1989 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2012 BMW 123
To start off, 2012 BMW 123 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Bonneville. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 15 kg more than 2012 BMW 123.
Because 2012 BMW 123 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 2012 BMW 123. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2012 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Pontiac Bonneville | 2012 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Pontiac | BMW |
| Model | Bonneville | 123 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
