1972 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 39 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 116 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 190 kg more than 2011 Tata Sumo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo 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, 2011 Tata Sumo 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Sumo. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Sumo 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 | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Pontiac | Tata |
| Model | Bonneville | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7462 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 484 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2425 mm |
