2010 BMW X6 vs. 1974 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 36 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 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. (296 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW X6 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2010 BMW X6 | 1974 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | X6 | Firebird |
Year Released | 2010 | 1974 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 480 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 779 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2615 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4879 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1689 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 76 L |