1970 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1996 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1996 Pontiac Bonneville. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1996 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 190 kg more than 1996 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Pontiac Firebird 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 Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Pontiac Bonneville. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Pontiac Firebird | 1996 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
Model | Firebird | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7462 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.4 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |