2001 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1961 Renault Floride
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault Floride would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1961 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 587 kg more than 1961 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Renault Floride 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 1961 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (380 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Floride. (59 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Floride. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1961 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1961 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Bonneville | 1961 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Bonneville | Floride |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |
