2007 BMW 330 vs. 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Because 2007 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 330 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 462 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
