2005 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (301 HP) has 116 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 471 kg more than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover LR3. (427 Nm). This means 1970 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover LR3 | 1970 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Land Rover | Pontiac |
| Model | LR3 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3210 mm |
