1976 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1949 Simca 8
To start off, 1976 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Simca 8 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Bonneville (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 1186 kg more than 1949 Simca 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 1976 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1949 Simca 8 has manual transmission. 1949 Simca 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Pontiac Bonneville | 1949 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Simca |
| Model | Bonneville | 8 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2106 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2430 mm |
