1988 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 19 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 120 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 2010 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2010 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Pontiac Bonneville | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Pontiac | BMW |
Model | Bonneville | 120 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |