2004 Maserati MC12 vs. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 30 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 7,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. (197 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 775 kg more than 2004 Maserati MC12.
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, 2004 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. (468 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2004 Maserati MC12 has manual transmission. 2004 Maserati MC12 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:
2004 Maserati MC12 | 1974 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Maserati | Pontiac |
Model | MC12 | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 7473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 623 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 652 Nm | 468 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3140 mm |