1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville (200 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 630 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 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 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville (311 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 2003 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2003 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
| Model | 1900 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1883 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
