2011 BMW X3 vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. (296 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 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, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X3. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2011 BMW X3 | 1976 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | X3 | Firebird |
Year Released | 2011 | 1976 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4648 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1661 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 76 L |