1959 Morris Minor vs. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 735 kg more than 1959 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morris Minor | 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Morris | Pontiac |
Model | Minor | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |