2005 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 333 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 328 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 2011 BMW 328. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 328. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Pontiac Grand Am | 2011 BMW 328 | |
Make | Pontiac | BMW |
Model | Grand Am | 328 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 271 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 61 L |