1970 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix (185 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 235 kg more than 2010 BMW 118. 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, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix (434 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Pontiac | BMW |
Model | Grand Prix | 118 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6547 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2660 mm |