2009 BMW 320 vs. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 310 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 2001 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 320 | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3785 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |