2004 BMW M3 vs. 2007 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M3 (317 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2007 Pontiac Solstice. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Pontiac Solstice.
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 M3 (355 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac Solstice. (225 Nm). This means 2004 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M3 | 2007 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | M3 | Solstice |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 49 L |
