1989 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2011 BMW 320
To start off, 2011 BMW 320 is newer by 22 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 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac 6000.
Because 2011 BMW 320 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 2011 BMW 320. 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, 2011 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac 6000. 1989 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Pontiac 6000 | 2011 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Pontiac | BMW |
| Model | 6000 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
