1966 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 957 kg more than 1966 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Austin A 40 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 1966 Austin A 40. 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 (407 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 40 | 2005 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | A 40 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 68 L |
