1972 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1979 Seat 124 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Bonneville (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1979 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Pontiac Bonneville | 1979 Seat 124 | |
Make | Pontiac | Seat |
Model | Bonneville | 124 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7462 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 484 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2430 mm |