1999 Pontiac Rageous vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Rageous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Rageous would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Rageous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Rageous (312 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Rageous should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Rageous weights approximately 750 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. 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, 1999 Pontiac Rageous (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Rageous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Pontiac Rageous | 2012 BMW 116 | |
Make | Pontiac | BMW |
Model | Rageous | 116 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 312 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2660 mm |