1960 Abarth 700 vs. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 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 141 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 700 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 1960 Abarth 700. 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 2001 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Abarth | Pontiac |
| Model | 700 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 68 L |
