2007 BMW 525 vs. 2008 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G8 (361 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (190 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 223 kg more than 2008 Pontiac G8.
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, 2008 Pontiac G8 (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 2008 Pontiac G8 | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 525 | G8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5999 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 361 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |