2005 BMW 525 vs. 1989 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1989 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 525 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 2005 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac 6000, 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, 2005 BMW 525 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac 6000. 1989 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 1989 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 525 | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
