1974 BMW Touring vs. 1996 Pontiac GPX
To start off, 1996 Pontiac GPX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac GPX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac GPX (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac GPX should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac GPX weights approximately 651 kg more than 1974 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Pontiac GPX (454 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 1996 Pontiac GPX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW Touring | 1996 Pontiac GPX | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | Touring | GPX |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1572 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
