1971 BMW 2002 vs. 1983 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1983 Pontiac 1000 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 2002 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 1000.
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, 1971 BMW 2002 (197 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm). This means 1971 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 2002 | 1983 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 2002 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2400 mm |
