1995 BMW CLS vs. 1986 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1995 BMW CLS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW CLS (350 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW CLS should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac 1000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 BMW CLS (260 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm). This means 1995 BMW CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW CLS | 1986 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | CLS | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
