2009 BMW M3 vs. 1991 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1991 Pontiac Firebird. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1991 Pontiac Firebird. 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Pontiac Firebird. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1991 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | M3 | Firebird |
Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 175 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 | 1810 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |