2004 McLaren F1 vs. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2004 McLaren F1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 McLaren F1 (619 HP) has 419 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 460 kg more than 2004 McLaren F1.
Because 2004 McLaren F1 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 2004 McLaren F1. 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, 2004 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2004 McLaren F1 has manual transmission. 2004 McLaren F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 McLaren F1 | 2003 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | McLaren | Pontiac |
| Model | F1 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 619 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2880 mm |
