1971 Austin 3 vs. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Austin 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Austin 3 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1971 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 70 kg more than 1971 Austin 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Austin 3 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 1971 Austin 3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin 3. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Austin 3 | 1995 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Austin | Pontiac |
Model | 3 | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |