2005 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1962 MG Midget
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG Midget 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1962 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1962 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 933 kg more than 1962 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 MG Midget 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 1962 MG Midget. 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 (313 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG Midget. (84 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG Midget. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1962 MG Midget has manual transmission. 1962 MG Midget 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 | 1962 MG Midget | |
| Make | Pontiac | MG |
| Model | Bonneville | Midget |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
