1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 171 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 1970 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (380 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (318 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Camaro | 2001 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Camaro | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 380 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |