2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 1027 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. (415 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet SSR has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet SSR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1975 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | SSR | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 6556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3140 mm |
