1995 BMW M5 vs. 1992 Pontiac Sunbird
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 3 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 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. (111 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 598 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 1995 BMW M5 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 1995 BMW M5. 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, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 1992 Pontiac Sunbird | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | M5 | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
