2002 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2002 Hyundai XG 350 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai XG 350 (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 113 kg more than 2002 Hyundai XG 350.
Because 1975 Pontiac Bonneville 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 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai XG 350, 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, 1975 Pontiac Bonneville (415 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai XG 350. (293 Nm). This means 1975 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai XG 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai XG 350 | 1975 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
| Model | XG 350 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 6556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3140 mm |
