2008 Ford GT vs. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2008 Ford GT 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. (206 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 43 kg more than 2008 Ford GT.
Because 2008 Ford GT 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 Ford GT. 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 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2008 Ford GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford GT | 1995 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | GT | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1563 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
