2000 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2008 BMW 316
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 225 kg more than 2008 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 316 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 2008 BMW 316. 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 Pontiac Bonneville (379 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | 2008 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Pontiac | BMW |
| Model | Bonneville | 316 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |
