1972 GMC Jimmy vs. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 250 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 1972 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (379 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
1972 GMC Jimmy | 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | GMC | Pontiac |
Model | Jimmy | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 3785 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |