2005 BMW 330 vs. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 500 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 1970 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 1970 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 330 | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 7460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 484 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |