1996 Audi A8 vs. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1996 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Bonneville. (205 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A8 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1992 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Pontiac Bonneville. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A8 | 1992 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Audi | Pontiac |
Model | A8 | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 96.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1636 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2820 mm |