2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 36 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 729 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 1972 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1972 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Silverado | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 3210 mm |
