2008 BMW 118 vs. 1976 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1976 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (180 Nm). This means 1976 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 1976 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 118 | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
