1965 AC Aceca vs. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1965 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1965 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 877 kg more than 1965 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 AC Aceca 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 1965 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (313 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 AC Aceca. (209 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1965 AC Aceca | 2005 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | AC | Pontiac |
Model | Aceca | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 313 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |