1988 BMW 520 vs. 1990 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 520 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am (235 HP) has 106 more horse power than 1988 BMW 520. (129 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Trans Am weights approximately 111 kg more than 1988 BMW 520. 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, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am (447 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 520. (174 Nm). This means 1990 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 520 | 1990 Pontiac Trans Am | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 520 | Trans Am |
Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 235 HP |
Torque | 174 Nm | 447 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |