2005 Infiniti M vs. 1989 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Bonneville. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 291 kg more than 1989 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Infiniti M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Infiniti M (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti M | 1989 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Infiniti | Pontiac |
Model | M | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1791 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |