2005 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1959 Seat 600
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1959 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1959 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 1073 kg more than 1959 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Seat 600 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 1959 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Pontiac Bonneville (312 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Seat 600. (40 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Pontiac Bonneville | 1959 Seat 600 | |
Make | Pontiac | Seat |
Model | Bonneville | 600 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 40 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2010 mm |