2008 Honda NSX vs. 1997 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (252 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1997 Pontiac Bonneville. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1997 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 Honda NSX.
Because 2008 Honda NSX 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 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Pontiac Bonneville (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda NSX | 1997 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | NSX | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 284 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |