2000 BMW Z9 vs. 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. (185 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 99 kg more than 2000 BMW Z9.
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, 2000 BMW Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. (434 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z9 | 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | Z9 | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3010 mm |