1968 BMW 2000 vs. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2000 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2000. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 540 kg more than 1968 BMW 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 BMW 2000 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 1968 BMW 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2000. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2000 | 1990 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 2000 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
