1992 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2012 BMW 730
To start off, 2012 BMW 730 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 730 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 730 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix. (244 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2012 BMW 730 | |
Make | Pontiac | BMW |
Model | Grand Prix | 730 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3127 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 82 L |