2008 BMW 650 vs. 1982 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1982 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1982 Pontiac 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 650 | 1982 Pontiac 1000 | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 650 | 1000 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2400 mm |