1987 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 587 kg more than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Pontiac Bonneville | 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Pontiac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Bonneville | S |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 2091 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |