1995 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2007 BMW 330

To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 101 kg more than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 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, 2007 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Pontiac Sunfire 2007 BMW 330
Make Pontiac BMW
Model Sunfire 330
Year Released 1995 2007
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2475 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 254 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 226 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Top Speed 174 km/hour 245 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1554 kg 1655 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 63 L


 

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