2007 Honda Accord vs. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Bonneville (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 472 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 1972 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1972 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Accord | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3210 mm |
