1987 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 25 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G (207 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Pontiac Bonneville | 2012 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Pontiac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Bonneville | G |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4686 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 96 L |