2009 BMW 135 vs. 1981 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. (145 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 17 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. (324 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 135 | 1981 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 135 | Firebird |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5012 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 79 L |