2006 BMW 325 vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 16 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, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 325 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3352 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |
