2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 1970 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | SLR McLaren | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5506 cc | 7460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3210 mm |