2008 Mini Cooper vs. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 461 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2008 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2008 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 1992 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Mini | Pontiac |
| Model | Cooper | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 96.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2820 mm |
