2004 BMW 325 vs. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 395 kg more than 2004 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Pontiac Bonneville (415 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1975 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 | 1975 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 325 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 6556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 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 | 1710 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3140 mm |
