2009 BMW 550 vs. 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 4,798 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix. (174 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 550 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 550 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4798 cc | 3130 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
