2008 Dodge Viper vs. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 34 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 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. (197 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 365 kg more than 2008 Dodge Viper.
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, 2008 Dodge Viper (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. (468 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2008 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2008 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 1974 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Viper | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 7473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3140 mm |
