1975 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 665 kg more than 2005 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 1975 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 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep, 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, 1975 Pontiac Bonneville (415 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (300 Nm). This means 1975 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Pontiac Bonneville | 2005 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Pontiac | Saab |
| Model | Bonneville | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2710 mm |
