2004 BMW 325 vs. 1992 Pontiac Sunbird
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Sunbird would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. (111 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 468 kg more than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (252 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1992 Pontiac Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1992 Pontiac Sunbird | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 325 | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
