1972 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2001 Toyota RSC
To start off, 2001 Toyota RSC is newer by 29 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, 2001 Toyota RSC (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RSC should accelerate faster than 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 594 kg more than 2001 Toyota RSC.
Because 2001 Toyota RSC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RSC 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, 1972 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RSC. (284 Nm). This means 1972 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RSC. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota RSC has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota RSC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Pontiac Bonneville | 2001 Toyota RSC | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Bonneville | RSC |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7462 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 484 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |
