2007 Audi A4 vs. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 37 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, 2007 Audi A4 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 680 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.
Because 1970 Pontiac Bonneville is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (282 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A4 | 1970 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Audi | Pontiac |
Model | A4 | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 7460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 282 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3210 mm |