1994 BMW 750 vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice

To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 750 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac Solstice.

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, 1994 BMW 750 (488 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. 1994 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2009 Pontiac Solstice has manual transmission. 2009 Pontiac Solstice will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1994 BMW 750 2009 Pontiac Solstice
Make BMW Pontiac
Model 750 Solstice
Year Released 1994 2009
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5379 cc 2384 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 322 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2420 mm


 

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