2008 BMW M3 vs. 1993 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,353 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (339 HP) has 179 more horse power than 1993 Pontiac Firebird. (160 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1993 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 1993 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | M3 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 160 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |
