1980 BMW 725 vs. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 725 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1980 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW 725.
Because 1980 BMW 725 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 1980 BMW 725. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 725 | 1992 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 725 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2820 mm |
