1944 Citroen 7 vs. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Citroen 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Citroen 7 would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 7. (35 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 964 kg more than 1944 Citroen 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Pontiac Bonneville 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 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1944 Citroen 7, 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. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1944 Citroen 7 has manual transmission. 1944 Citroen 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Citroen 7 | 1970 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | 7 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1628 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3210 mm |
