2008 Cadillac STS vs. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2008 Cadillac STS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. (206 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac STS weights approximately 249 kg more than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Cadillac STS 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 2008 Cadillac STS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville, 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, 2008 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac STS | 1995 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
| Model | STS | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1563 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
