2005 BMW 325 vs. 1996 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Pontiac Bonneville (318 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1996 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 1996 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 325 | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 318 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |