1975 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2012 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 207 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, 1975 Pontiac Bonneville (168 HP) has 94 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 207. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 1031 kg more than 2012 Peugeot 207. 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, 2012 Peugeot 207, 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 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 207. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 207. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2012 Peugeot 207 has manual transmission. 2012 Peugeot 207 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 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Peugeot |
| Model | Bonneville | 207 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2550 mm |
