1996 BMW Z3 vs. 1980 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1996 BMW Z3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW Z3 (184 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1980 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW Z3 weights approximately 342 kg more than 1980 Pontiac 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 BMW Z3 (275 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW Z3 | 1980 Pontiac 1000 | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | Z3 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2400 mm |