1999 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1998 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (450 HP) has 245 more horse power than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. (205 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 410 kg more than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Aston Martin Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Aston Martin Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Bonneville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (1,098 Nm) has 792 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. (306 Nm). This means 1999 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. 1998 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1999 Aston Martin Vantage has manual transmission. 1999 Aston Martin Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin Vantage | 1998 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Pontiac |
| Model | Vantage | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 205 HP |
| Torque | 1098 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1560 kg |
