2002 Audi R8 vs. 1971 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2002 Audi R8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1971 Pontiac Bonneville. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 1988 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
Because 2002 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 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, 2002 Audi R8 (698 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Pontiac Bonneville. (485 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 1971 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | R8 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3210 mm |
