1988 Pontiac 6000 vs. 1971 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1988 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Pontiac Bonneville (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 680 kg more than 1988 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac 6000, 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, 1971 Pontiac Bonneville (485 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Pontiac 6000 | 1971 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
Model | 6000 | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 485 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3210 mm |