1989 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 540 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Pontiac Bonneville | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Pontiac | Wartburg |
Model | Bonneville | 312 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |