2002 BMW 330 vs. 1990 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am (235 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Trans Am weights approximately 66 kg more than 2002 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am (447 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 330. (410 Nm). This means 1990 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 330. 1990 Pontiac Trans Am has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Pontiac Trans Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 1990 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 330 | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2570 mm |
