2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 320 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 1975 Pontiac Bonneville (415 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 1975 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | C | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 6556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3140 mm |