2007 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix (200 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2010 BMW Z4. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW Z4 weights approximately 124 kg more than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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 Pontiac Grand Prix (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW Z4. (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW Z4. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Pontiac | BMW |
| Model | Grand Prix | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
