1975 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2007 Saturn ION
To start off, 2007 Saturn ION 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, 1975 Pontiac Bonneville (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Saturn ION. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2007 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 776 kg more than 2007 Saturn ION. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Saturn ION, 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 @ 2200 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn ION. (203 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn ION. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2007 Saturn ION has manual transmission. 2007 Saturn ION will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Pontiac Bonneville | 2007 Saturn ION | |
Make | Pontiac | Saturn |
Model | Bonneville | ION |
Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6556 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 415 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 94.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2630 mm |