1999 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 13 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 (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 377 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 118 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 2012 BMW 118. 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 (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Pontiac | BMW |
| Model | Bonneville | 118 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
