1992 BMW 316 vs. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, both 1992 BMW 316 and 1992 Pontiac Bonneville were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1992 BMW 316. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 326 kg more than 1992 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 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 1992 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 316. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1992 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 1992 BMW 316 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 316 | 1992 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 316 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |
