1999 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2009 BMW 316
To start off, 2009 BMW 316 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2009 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 316 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 2009 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Pontiac Bonneville (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | 2009 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Pontiac | BMW |
| Model | Bonneville | 316 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
