1985 Cadillac Cimarron vs. 1973 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1985 Cadillac Cimarron is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Pontiac Bonneville (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1985 Cadillac Cimarron. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1985 Cadillac Cimarron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 840 kg more than 1985 Cadillac Cimarron. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Pontiac Bonneville 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 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Cadillac Cimarron, 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, 1973 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Cadillac Cimarron. (297 Nm). This means 1973 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Cadillac Cimarron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Cadillac Cimarron | 1973 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
| Model | Cimarron | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2844 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3210 mm |
