2001 Pontiac Trans Am vs. 2011 Brilliance BS4
To start off, 2011 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Trans Am (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Brilliance BS4. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 2011 Brilliance BS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Trans Am weights approximately 215 kg more than 2011 Brilliance BS4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Pontiac Trans Am 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 2001 Pontiac Trans Am. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Brilliance BS4, 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, 2001 Pontiac Trans Am (455 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Brilliance BS4. (165 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Pontiac Trans Am | 2011 Brilliance BS4 | |
Make | Pontiac | Brilliance |
Model | Trans Am | BS4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 165 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2800 mm |