2005 Mazda 6 vs. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 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, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 583 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Pontiac Bonneville 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 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6, 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, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (210 Nm). This means 1970 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 1970 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | 6 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3210 mm |
