2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 589 kg more than 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 1972 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Express | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3210 mm |