2009 Pontiac Solstice vs. 1999 BMW 730
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac Solstice.
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, 1999 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. 1999 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2009 Pontiac Solstice has manual transmission. 2009 Pontiac Solstice will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Pontiac Solstice | 1999 BMW 730 | |
Make | Pontiac | BMW |
Model | Solstice | 730 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2384 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 90 L |