1989 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1989 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 330 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 2009 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2009 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Pontiac 6000 | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Pontiac | BMW |
| Model | 6000 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
