1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1989 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 710 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1989 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
Model | GTA | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |