1999 Audi S8 vs. 1977 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 355 kg more than 1999 Audi S8.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 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, 1977 Pontiac Bonneville (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 1977 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Audi | Pontiac |
Model | S8 | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 5734 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3140 mm |