2008 BMW 550 vs. 1971 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. (335 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
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2008 BMW 550 | 1971 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 550 | Firebird |
Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 7467 cc |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 104.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |