2009 BMW M5 vs. 1975 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP) has 280 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. (220 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am.
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, 2009 BMW M5 (519 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. (434 Nm). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M5 | 1975 Pontiac Trans Am | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | M5 | Trans Am |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 6556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 220 HP |
Torque | 519 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |