1999 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1964 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 557 kg more than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Reliant Scimitar 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 1964 Reliant Scimitar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Pontiac Bonneville (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. (190 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | 1964 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Pontiac | Reliant |
| Model | Bonneville | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1003 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2340 mm |
