1972 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 BMW Z4. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 440 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4. 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, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Pontiac | BMW |
| Model | Grand Prix | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6547 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
