2000 BMW 320 vs. 1985 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 2000 BMW 320 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 320 (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 320 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1985 Pontiac 1000. 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, 2000 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 320 | 1985 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 320 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2400 mm |
