1999 Buick Cielo vs. 1973 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1999 Buick Cielo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Cielo (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 1973 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 1973 Pontiac Bonneville 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 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo, 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, 1973 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Cielo. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Cielo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Cielo | 1973 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Cielo | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |