1995 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW X6 (610 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2013 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Pontiac | BMW |
| Model | Grand Prix | X6 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2195 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 85 L |
