1990 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 20 kg more than 2011 BMW Z4.
Because 2011 BMW Z4 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 Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW Z4. (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Pontiac Bonneville | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Pontiac | BMW |
Model | Bonneville | Z4 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |