1971 Innocenti J4 vs. 1973 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1973 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Pontiac Bonneville (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1971 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1971 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1971 Innocenti J4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Innocenti J4, 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, 1973 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Innocenti J4. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Innocenti J4. 1973 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1971 Innocenti J4 has manual transmission. 1971 Innocenti J4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Innocenti J4 | 1973 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Innocenti | Pontiac |
Model | J4 | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3210 mm |