2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 28 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 450 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 337 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
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 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (781 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. (415 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 1975 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | SLR McLaren | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 6556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 781 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 104.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1768 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3140 mm |