1998 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 845 kg more than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Pontiac Bonneville (306 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Pontiac Bonneville | 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | |
Make | Pontiac | Sunbeam |
Model | Bonneville | Chamois |
Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2090 mm |