1986 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. (149 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 315 kg more than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series 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 2013 BMW 6 series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (447 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Pontiac Bonneville | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Pontiac | BMW |
| Model | Bonneville | 6 series |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4897 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2856 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
