1955 Morris Minor vs. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 805 kg more than 1955 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Morris Minor 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 1955 Morris Minor. 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, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (55 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Morris Minor | 2001 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Morris | Pontiac |
Model | Minor | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 3785 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 55 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 68 L |