2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 6,558 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville.
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 E (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. (415 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 1974 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | E | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 6558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 507 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 631 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 104.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 95.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3140 mm |