2006 Acura RL vs. 1976 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2006 Acura RL is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 531 kg more than 2006 Acura RL.
Because 2006 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Pontiac Bonneville (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RL | 1976 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Acura | Pontiac |
Model | RL | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3473 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3140 mm |