2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 29 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 613 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. (415 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 1974 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Mustang | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 6558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3140 mm |
