1974 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 6,558 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (185 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 670 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 1974 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 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166, 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, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville (415 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 has manual transmission. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Pontiac Bonneville | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Pontiac | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Bonneville | 166 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6558 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 415 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2710 mm |