1975 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2007 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2007 Saab 9-7X is newer by 32 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, 2007 Saab 9-7X (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 2007 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Saab 9-7X 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, 2007 Saab 9-7X (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. (415 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Pontiac Bonneville | 2007 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Pontiac | Saab |
| Model | Bonneville | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2880 mm |
