1974 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2008 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2008 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 34 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 7,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville (197 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Proton Gen-2. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2008 Proton Gen-2.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville (468 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Pontiac Bonneville | 2008 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Proton |
| Model | Bonneville | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 7473 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2610 mm |
