1973 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2008 Opel Insignia is newer by 35 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, 2008 Opel Insignia (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1973 Pontiac Bonneville.
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, 2008 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, 1973 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Insignia. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Insignia. 1973 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Insignia has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Insignia 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 | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Pontiac | Opel |
Model | Bonneville | Insignia |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7462 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 484 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
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 |