1975 Audi 50 vs. 1997 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 50 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Bonneville (200 HP) has 151 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 875 kg more than 1975 Audi 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Pontiac Bonneville (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50. 1997 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1975 Audi 50 has manual transmission. 1975 Audi 50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 50 | 1997 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | 50 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
