1991 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1996 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1996 Porsche Boxster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1991 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1991 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 248 kg more than 1996 Porsche Boxster.
Because 1996 Porsche Boxster 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 1996 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche Boxster. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Pontiac Bonneville | 1996 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
Model | Bonneville | Boxster |
Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1252 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |