1990 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1960 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 324 kg more than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Vauxhall Velox 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 1960 Vauxhall Velox. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. (200 Nm). This means 1990 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Vauxhall Velox.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Pontiac Bonneville | 1960 Vauxhall Velox | |
Make | Pontiac | Vauxhall |
Model | Bonneville | Velox |
Year Released | 1990 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 200 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |