2009 BMW 330 vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (123 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (204 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 330 | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
