2001 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2012 Maybach 57
To start off, 2012 Maybach 57 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1388 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Maybach 57 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 2012 Maybach 57. 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, 2012 Maybach 57 (899 Nm) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. (380 Nm). This means 2012 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Pontiac Bonneville | 2012 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Pontiac | Maybach |
Model | Bonneville | 57 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 899 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5728 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3391 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 110 L |