2009 Pontiac G8 vs. 2005 BMW 645
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 645 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G8. (255 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G8.
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, 2005 BMW 645 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G8. (252 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Pontiac G8 | 2005 BMW 645 | |
Make | Pontiac | BMW |
Model | G8 | 645 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |