2006 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 300 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | 1970 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | G | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2686 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3210 mm |
