1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 1996 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 131 kg more than 1954 Daimler Conquest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Daimler Conquest 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 1954 Daimler Conquest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Pontiac Bonneville (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daimler Conquest | 1996 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Daimler | Pontiac |
Model | Conquest | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2433 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |