2001 BMW M3 vs. 2001 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, both 2001 BMW M3 and 2001 Pontiac Trans Am were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Trans Am. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Trans Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Trans Am weights approximately 170 kg more than 2001 BMW M3.
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, 2001 Pontiac Trans Am (455 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M3. (330 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW M3 | 2001 Pontiac Trans Am | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | M3 | Trans Am |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 455 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |