2005 GMC Sierra vs. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (295 HP) has 110 more horse power than 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 325 kg more than 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (454 Nm). This means 1972 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 1972 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Sierra | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2315 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3210 mm |
