2007 BMW 550 vs. 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 4,797 cc, 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 539 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 550 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 1990 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 550 | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4797 cc | 3135 cc |
Horse Power | 657 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2800 mm |