2006 Acura RSX vs. 1971 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Pontiac Bonneville (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Acura RSX. (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 716 kg more than 2006 Acura RSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Pontiac Bonneville 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 1971 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX, 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, 1971 Pontiac Bonneville (485 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX. 1971 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2006 Acura RSX has manual transmission. 2006 Acura RSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 1971 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Acura | Pontiac |
| Model | RSX | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3210 mm |
