1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 650 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Because 1967 Ford GT 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 1967 Ford GT 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (318 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1995 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1967 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1967 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford GT 40 | 1995 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | GT 40 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 68 L |
