2007 BMW 320 vs. 1980 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1980 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1980 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1980 Pontiac 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 1980 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 320 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2400 mm |
