1970 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2012 Opel Astra
To start off, 2012 Opel Astra is newer by 42 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 62 more horse power than 2012 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 592 kg more than 2012 Opel Astra. 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, 2012 Opel Astra, 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Astra. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac Bonneville | 2012 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Pontiac | Opel |
| Model | Bonneville | Astra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7460 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 484 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2620 mm |
