1985 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2012 BMW 760
To start off, 2012 BMW 760 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 760 (541 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 760 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1985 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 760 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 2012 BMW 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2012 BMW 760 (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac 6000. 2012 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1985 Pontiac 6000 has manual transmission. 1985 Pontiac 6000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Pontiac 6000 | 2012 BMW 760 | |
| Make | Pontiac | BMW |
| Model | 6000 | 760 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 5972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3210 mm |
