2005 Pontiac Montana vs. 1948 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Montana is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1948 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 552 kg more than 1948 Triumph Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Triumph Roadster 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 1948 Triumph Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana, 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 Montana (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Triumph Roadster. 2005 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 1948 Triumph Roadster has manual transmission. 1948 Triumph Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Montana | 1948 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Pontiac | Triumph |
| Model | Montana | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2550 mm |
