2009 BMW 118 vs. 1985 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,013 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (190 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 89 kg more than 2009 BMW 118. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (325 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118. 2009 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 1985 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 1985 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 1985 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 118 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 61 L |
