2009 BMW 116 vs. 1980 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 29 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 116 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1980 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1980 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 116 weights approximately 565 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.
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, 2009 BMW 116 (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 116 | 1980 Pontiac 1000 | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 116 | 1000 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2400 mm |