2008 Acura TL vs. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 716 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
Because 1970 Pontiac Bonneville is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 1970 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Acura | Pontiac |
Model | TL | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 7460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3210 mm |