2006 BMW 750 vs. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2006 BMW 750 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 750 weights approximately 603 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 750 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 2006 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2006 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. (380 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 750 | 2001 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 750 | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 380 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |