1966 Innocenti A 40 vs. 2004 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Innocenti A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Innocenti A 40 would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 919 kg more than 1966 Innocenti A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Innocenti 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 Innocenti A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville (407 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti A 40. 2004 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1966 Innocenti A 40 has manual transmission. 1966 Innocenti A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1966 Innocenti A 40 | 2004 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Innocenti | Pontiac |
Model | A 40 | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2810 mm |