1976 Cadillac Seville vs. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville (200 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Seville. (177 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 270 kg more than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 1976 Cadillac Seville 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 1976 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville, 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, 1976 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Cadillac Seville | 2003 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
Model | Seville | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5734 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 372 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 68 L |