2009 BMW 335 vs. 1990 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 19 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 20 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (215 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am (447 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm). This means 1990 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 1990 Pontiac Trans Am has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Pontiac Trans Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1990 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 335 | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 5733 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
