1970 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2003 Honda Z
To start off, 2003 Honda Z is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2003 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac Bonneville | 2003 Honda Z | |
| Make | Pontiac | Honda |
| Model | Bonneville | Z |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7460 cc | 654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 484 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2370 mm |
