1970 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2005 Samsung SM3
To start off, 2005 Samsung SM3 is newer by 35 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 91 more horse power than 2005 Samsung SM3. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2005 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 826 kg more than 2005 Samsung SM3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Pontiac Bonneville 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 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Samsung SM3, 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 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Samsung SM3. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2005 Samsung SM3 has manual transmission. 2005 Samsung SM3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac Bonneville | 2005 Samsung SM3 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Samsung |
| Model | Bonneville | SM3 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7460 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 484 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2540 mm |
