1971 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 40 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, 1971 Pontiac Bonneville (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 867 kg more than 2011 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Citroen C3, 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 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Pontiac Bonneville | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Citroen |
| Model | Bonneville | C3 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7462 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 485 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1123 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2470 mm |
