2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1976 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 31 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 411 kg more than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 1976 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Ram | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2517 kg | 2106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3140 mm |