1989 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Bonneville. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 1988 Porsche 944 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 1988 Porsche 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville, 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, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Pontiac Bonneville | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
Model | Bonneville | 944 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2680 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2390 mm |