2008 Maybach 57 vs. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2008 Maybach 57 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 7,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 57 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. (197 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 57 weights approximately 626 kg more than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Maybach 57 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. (468 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Maybach 57 | 1974 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Maybach | Pontiac |
Model | 57 | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 7473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 1000 Nm | 468 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2736 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 3140 mm |