2009 BMW 320 vs. 1985 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac 1000.
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 320 (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 1985 Pontiac 1000 | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 320 | 1000 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2400 mm |