1995 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2012 BMW M3
To start off, 2012 BMW M3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW M3 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW M3 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 M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport, 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2012 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Pontiac | BMW |
| Model | Trans Sport | M3 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 63 L |
