1972 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 40 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 47 more horse power than 2012 Opel Insignia. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Because 1972 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 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia, 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, 1972 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Pontiac Bonneville | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Pontiac | Opel |
Model | Bonneville | Insignia |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7462 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 484 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2737 mm |