2007 BMW 530 vs. 1990 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am (235 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (215 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Trans Am weights approximately 91 kg more than 2007 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 BMW 530 (480 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. (447 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Trans Am.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 1990 Pontiac Trans Am | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 530 | Trans Am |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 235 HP |
Torque | 480 Nm | 447 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 239 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2570 mm |