2005 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1965 BMW 700
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 BMW 700 would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1965 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1965 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 742 kg more than 1965 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 BMW 700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Pontiac Grand Am (285 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Grand Am | 1965 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Pontiac | BMW |
| Model | Grand Am | 700 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 54 L |
