1970 Ford Falcon vs. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Ford Falcon. (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 312 kg more than 1970 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Falcon 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 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Ford Falcon (408 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Falcon | 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Falcon | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
