2000 BMW Z8 vs. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, both 2000 BMW Z8 and 2000 Pontiac Bonneville were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 BMW Z8.
Because 2000 BMW Z8 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 2000 BMW Z8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. (379 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW Z8 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW Z8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z8 | 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | Z8 | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4939 cc | 3785 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 54 L |