2007 BMW X5 vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (85 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1983 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Pontiac 6000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 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 X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (224 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | X5 | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4798 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.3 mm | 103.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 69 L |
