2009 BMW 530 vs. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 176 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 530 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 530. 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, 2009 BMW 530 (480 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. (312 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 2001 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 530 | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 312 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |