2007 BMW 525 vs. 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. (185 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 BMW 525.
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, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix (434 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 525 | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3010 mm |