1973 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2003 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2003 GAZ 3111 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Pontiac Bonneville (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2003 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 490 kg more than 2003 GAZ 3111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Pontiac Bonneville | 2003 GAZ 3111 | |
Make | Pontiac | GAZ |
Model | Bonneville | 3111 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7462 cc | 2285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 484 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2810 mm |