2005 BMW 325 vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 149 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (291 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 325 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
