2009 BMW 120 vs. 1979 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. 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, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 1979 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 120 | Firebird |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |