2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1976 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 294 kg more than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1976 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Silverado | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3140 mm |
