2007 Audi A4 vs. 1973 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 292 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4. 1973 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1973 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | A4 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 7462 cc |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3210 mm |
