2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (222 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 340 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 1972 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | C | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3210 mm |