2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1970 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Silverado | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 7460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3210 mm |