2003 Ginetta G34 vs. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2003 Ginetta G34 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 1180 kg more than 2003 Ginetta G34.
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, 1972 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ginetta G34. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2003 Ginetta G34 has manual transmission. 2003 Ginetta G34 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ginetta G34 | 1972 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Ginetta | Pontiac |
Model | G34 | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1390 mm |