1959 BMW 700 vs. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 804 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 BMW 700 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 1959 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville, 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, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (312 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1959 BMW 700 has manual transmission. 1959 BMW 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 2001 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 700 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2860 mm |
