1995 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1963 Simca 1500
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1500 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1500. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 564 kg more than 1963 Simca 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Simca 1500 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 1963 Simca 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1500. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1500. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1963 Simca 1500 has manual transmission. 1963 Simca 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Pontiac Bonneville | 1963 Simca 1500 | |
Make | Pontiac | Simca |
Model | Bonneville | 1500 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |