2009 BMW M3 vs. 1974 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. (335 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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. 1974 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW M3 | 1974 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | M3 | Firebird |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 7467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 104.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 108 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |