1995 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2005 BMW 525

To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 BMW 525 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 2005 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2005 BMW 525 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Pontiac Bonneville 2005 BMW 525
Make Pontiac BMW
Model Bonneville 525
Year Released 1995 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 205 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 318 Nm 351 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.5 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 82.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 1490 kg
Vehicle Length 5120 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 70 L


 

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