1999 BMW V12 vs. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW V12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW V12 would be higher. At 5,990 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW V12 (550 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW V12 should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 1999 BMW V12 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 1999 BMW V12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1999 BMW V12 (909 Nm) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. (406 Nm). This means 1999 BMW V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW V12 | 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | V12 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5990 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 550 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 909 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1630 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
