1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 3,783 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (126 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 300 kg more than 1966 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Ford Zephyr 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 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Zephyr | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 3783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 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 | 1330 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
