1998 Acura NSX vs. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1972 Pontiac Bonneville.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1972 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1998 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 1972 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Acura | Pontiac |
Model | NSX | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3210 mm |