1997 Audi A8 vs. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1997 Audi A8 is newer by 5 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1997 Audi A8. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 11 kg more than 1997 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A8. (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A8 | 1992 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | A8 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 96.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 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 |
