1958 MG MGA vs. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG MGA would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 600 kg more than 1958 MG MGA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 MG MGA 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 1958 MG MGA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 MG MGA | 1990 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | MG | Pontiac |
| Model | MGA | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2820 mm |
