2005 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. (197 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 Infiniti QX4.
Because 2005 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti QX4 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, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville (468 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti QX4. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti QX4 | 1974 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Infiniti | Pontiac |
| Model | QX4 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 7473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3140 mm |
