1976 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Bonneville 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) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 655 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 1976 Pontiac Bonneville (373 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (227 Nm). This means 1976 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Pontiac Bonneville | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Bonneville | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2106 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2810 mm |
