2005 Avanti Studebaker vs. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Avanti Studebaker is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Avanti Studebaker (307 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 1271 kg more than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Avanti Studebaker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Avanti Studebaker will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Avanti Studebaker (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Avanti Studebaker | 1987 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Avanti | Pontiac |
| Model | Studebaker | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6751 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2775 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2820 mm |
