2009 Audi RS6 vs. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville

To start off, 2009 Audi RS6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 4,991 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi RS6 (572 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi RS6 weights approximately 528 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi RS6 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, 2009 Audi RS6 (650 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville.

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2009 Audi RS6 1990 Pontiac Bonneville
Make Audi Pontiac
Model RS6 Bonneville
Year Released 2009 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4991 cc 3789 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 572 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 271 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 96.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 89 mm 86.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2028 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 5050 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2820 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 68 L