1978 BMW M1 vs. 1986 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1986 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1978 BMW M1.
Because 1978 BMW M1 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 1978 BMW M1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac 6000, 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, 1978 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac 6000. 1986 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1978 BMW M1 has manual transmission. 1978 BMW M1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW M1 | 1986 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | M1 | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |
