1973 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2007 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Swift is newer by 34 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 62 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Swift. (123 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 885 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Suzuki Swift, 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 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Swift. (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Swift. 1973 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2007 Suzuki Swift has manual transmission. 2007 Suzuki Swift will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Pontiac Bonneville | 2007 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | Bonneville | Swift |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7462 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 484 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2390 mm |
