2009 BMW 650 vs. 1974 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
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 650 (491 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 1974 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 650 | Firebird |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2750 mm |