1971 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1971 Pontiac Bonneville. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 230 kg more than 2010 Audi A5.
Because 1971 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 1971 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5, 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, 1971 Pontiac Bonneville (485 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Pontiac Bonneville | 2010 Audi A5 | |
Make | Pontiac | Audi |
Model | Bonneville | A5 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7462 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 485 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2751 mm |