1973 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2006 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac G6 is newer by 33 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, 2006 Pontiac G6 (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 643 kg more than 2006 Pontiac G6.
Because 1973 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 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac G6, 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, 1973 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac G6. (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Pontiac Bonneville | 2006 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | Bonneville | G6 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7462 cc | 3882 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 484 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2860 mm |
