1990 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 48 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Pontiac Bonneville | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
Model | Bonneville | 911 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |