2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. (241 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 280 kg more than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 614 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1995 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | SL | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 1001 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1950 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |