1997 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2011 BMW 535 | |
Make | Pontiac | BMW |
Model | Grand Prix | 535 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2969 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |