2005 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1959 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP) has 124 more horse power than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1959 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 673 kg more than 1959 Talbot Lago America. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Talbot Lago America 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 Talbot Lago America. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (191 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Talbot Lago America. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1959 Talbot Lago America has manual transmission. 1959 Talbot Lago America will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Bonneville | 1959 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Pontiac | Talbot |
| Model | Bonneville | Lago America |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
