1975 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 37 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, 2012 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 275 kg more than 2012 Audi A5.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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, 1975 Pontiac Bonneville (415 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi A5 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 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Audi |
| Model | Bonneville | A5 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2751 mm |
