1973 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 39 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, 2012 Audi R8 (420 HP) has 235 more horse power than 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. (185 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 355 kg more than 2012 Audi R8.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Pontiac Bonneville | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Audi |
| Model | Bonneville | R8 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7462 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 484 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2649 mm |
