1986 BMW 735 vs. 2008 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 735 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G8 (361 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1986 BMW 735. (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 735 weights approximately 334 kg more than 2008 Pontiac G8.
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, 2008 Pontiac G8 (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 735. (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 735 | 2008 Pontiac G8 | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 735 | G8 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 361 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
