1986 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1986 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Pontiac 6000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac 6000. 2012 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1986 Pontiac 6000 has manual transmission. 1986 Pontiac 6000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Pontiac 6000 | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Pontiac | BMW |
Model | 6000 | 535 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
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 | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2968 mm |