1970 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 43 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 281 kg more than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra 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, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Sierra. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac Bonneville | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Pontiac | GMC |
| Model | Bonneville | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7460 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 484 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 5702 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3378 mm |
