2002 Audi A8 vs. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2002 Audi A8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 6,558 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 165 kg more than 2002 Audi A8.
Because 2002 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville (415 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A8. (225 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 1974 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | A8 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 6558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3140 mm |
