2004 BMW 745 vs. 1979 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2004 BMW 745 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 745 (322 HP) has 102 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Trans Am. (220 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1979 Pontiac Trans Am.
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, 2004 BMW 745 (447 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Pontiac Trans Am. (434 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Pontiac Trans Am.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 745 | 1979 Pontiac Trans Am | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 745 | Trans Am |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 6555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 220 HP |
Torque | 447 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 104.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2750 mm |