2009 Audi A4 vs. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 1073 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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, 1975 Pontiac Bonneville (415 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1975 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | A4 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 6556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3140 mm |
