2000 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2007 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2007 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 250 kg more than 2007 Ascari KZ1.
Because 2007 Ascari KZ1 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 2007 Ascari KZ1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2007 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. (379 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2007 Ascari KZ1 has manual transmission. 2007 Ascari KZ1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | 2007 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Ascari |
| Model | Bonneville | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2636 mm |
