2001 BMW 750 vs. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville

To start off, 2001 BMW 750 is newer by 1 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 5,400 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 750 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 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 2001 BMW 750. 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, 2001 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. (311 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville.

Compare all specifications:

2001 BMW 750 2000 Pontiac Bonneville
Make BMW Pontiac
Model 750 Bonneville
Year Released 2001 2000
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5400 cc 3783 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 322 HP 204 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 311 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1700 kg 1630 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 5150 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2880 mm


 

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