1992 Pontiac Sunbird vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Sunbird would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. (111 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 678 kg more than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 335 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 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird, 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 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Pontiac Sunbird | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Pontiac | BMW |
| Model | Sunbird | 335 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
