2004 BMW 325 vs. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 6,558 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 510 kg more than 2004 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville (415 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1974 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1974 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 325 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 6558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3140 mm |
