1999 BMW V12 vs. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1999 BMW V12 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW V12 (550 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW V12 should accelerate faster than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 175 kg more than 1999 BMW V12.
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, 1999 BMW V12 (909 Nm) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. (515 Nm). This means 1999 BMW V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW V12 | 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | V12 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5990 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 550 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 909 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1805 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3000 mm |
