1995 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2011 Maybach 62
To start off, 2011 Maybach 62 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1206 kg more than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Maybach 62 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 2011 Maybach 62. 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, 2011 Maybach 62 (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Pontiac Bonneville | 2011 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Pontiac | Maybach |
Model | Bonneville | 62 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 899 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 6165 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3828 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 110 L |