1978 Opel Senator vs. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Senator would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 333 kg more than 1978 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Opel Senator 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 1978 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (313 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Senator | 2005 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Senator | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 68 L |
