1999 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2011 BMW 750

To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (455 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 995 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 BMW 750 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 2011 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire, 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, 2011 BMW 750 (697 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. 2011 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1999 Pontiac Sunfire has manual transmission. 1999 Pontiac Sunfire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Pontiac Sunfire 2011 BMW 750
Make Pontiac BMW
Model Sunfire 750
Year Released 1999 2011
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2201 cc 4400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 115 HP 455 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 697 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 2195 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 5215 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1902 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1481 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 3211 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 82 L


 

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