2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (254 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (332 Nm). This means 1972 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1972 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | 300 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3210 mm |
