2008 BMW X5 vs. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 109 kg more than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (481 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 1970 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | X5 | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 7460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3210 mm |