2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1971 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1971 Pontiac Bonneville. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1971 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 274 kg more than 2006 Ford F-150.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Pontiac Bonneville. (485 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 1971 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | F-150 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 3210 mm |
