2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. (197 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 587 kg more than 2006 Dodge Viper.
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 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. (468 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2006 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2006 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 1974 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Viper | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8275 cc | 7473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 725 Nm | 468 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3140 mm |