2008 Lexus GS vs. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2008 Lexus GS 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 6,558 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus GS (342 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 650 kg more than 2008 Lexus GS.
Because 2008 Lexus GS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GS 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, 2008 Lexus GS (460 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. (415 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus GS | 1974 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Lexus | Pontiac |
| Model | GS | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 6558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3140 mm |
