1975 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 650 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Impreza. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
Model | Bonneville | Impreza |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6556 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 415 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2624 mm |