2005 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1965 Simca 1000
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1000 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 154 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 938 kg more than 1965 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Simca 1000 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 1965 Simca 1000. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Bonneville | 1965 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Simca |
| Model | Bonneville | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 36 L |
