2009 BMW 550 vs. 1990 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 352 kg more than 1990 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 550 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 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac 6000, 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 1990 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 550 | 6000 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2474 cc |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |