2007 BMW 750 vs. 1965 Pontiac Catalina
To start off, 2007 BMW 750 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Pontiac Catalina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Pontiac Catalina would be higher. At 6,891 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Pontiac Catalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 BMW 750. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Pontiac Catalina should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Pontiac Catalina weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 BMW 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 750 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Pontiac Catalina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 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, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (625 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 750. (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1965 Pontiac Catalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 750 | 1965 Pontiac Catalina | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 750 | Catalina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 6891 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 103.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3080 mm |
