2007 BMW X3 vs. 1991 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (268 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1991 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1991 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Pontiac 6000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 BMW X3 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1991 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | X3 | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
