2005 BMW 748 vs. 1975 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2005 BMW 748 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 748 (362 HP) has 142 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. (220 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 748 should accelerate faster than 1975 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, 2005 BMW 748 (500 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. (434 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 748 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 748 | 1975 Pontiac Trans Am | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 748 | Trans Am |
Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 6556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 220 HP |
Torque | 500 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 104.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 95.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2750 mm |