2004 BMW 530 vs. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2004 BMW 530 is newer by 4 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 10 more horse power than 2004 BMW 530. (228 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 530 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 2004 BMW 530. 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) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 530. (290 Nm). This means 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 530 | 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 530 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
