1970 Chrysler Newport vs. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 247 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 1970 Chrysler Newport 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 Chrysler Newport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1970 Chrysler Newport (388 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville. (313 Nm). This means 1970 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Newport | 2005 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | Newport | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
