2003 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1988 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville (200 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 1988 Pontiac Firebird 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 1988 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville, 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, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Firebird. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Pontiac Bonneville | 1988 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
Model | Bonneville | Firebird |
Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 133 HP |
Torque | 311 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |