1999 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2012 BMW 135
To start off, 2012 BMW 135 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, 2012 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 97 kg more than 2012 BMW 135.
Because 2012 BMW 135 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 135. 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, 2012 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 135 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | 2012 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Pontiac | BMW |
| Model | Bonneville | 135 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
