1984 Pontiac Phoenix vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Phoenix would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. (181 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Pontiac Phoenix | 2010 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Pontiac | BMW |
| Model | Phoenix | 335 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2761 mm |
