2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1976 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 391 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 1976 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 1976 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | F-150 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 3140 mm |
