2009 BMW 325 vs. 1974 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1974 Vauxhall Firenza. (77 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1974 Vauxhall Firenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1974 Vauxhall Firenza. 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, 2009 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Vauxhall Firenza. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Vauxhall Firenza.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 1974 Vauxhall Firenza | |
Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
Model | 325 | Firenza |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |