2008 BMW 320 vs. 1990 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 18 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 87 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Trans Am weights approximately 211 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. 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, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am (447 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (331 Nm). This means 1990 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1990 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 320 | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
