1968 Avanti Avanti vs. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1972 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Avanti Avanti (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 490 kg more than 1968 Avanti Avanti.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Avanti Avanti | 1972 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Avanti | Pontiac |
Model | Avanti | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3210 mm |