1995 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 18 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (328 HP) has 122 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. (206 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 267 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 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (441 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. (312 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Pontiac Bonneville | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Audi |
| Model | Bonneville | A8 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 328 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1563 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2992 mm |
