1990 BMW 316 vs. 1988 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 316 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1990 BMW 316.
Because 1990 BMW 316 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 1990 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Pontiac 6000 (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 316 | 1988 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 316 | 6000 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |