1966 MG MGB vs. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 MG MGB would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1966 MG MGB. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1966 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1966 MG MGB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG MGB. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1966 MG MGB has manual transmission. 1966 MG MGB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 MG MGB | 1970 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | MG | Pontiac |
| Model | MGB | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3210 mm |
