2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Bonneville (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Because 1972 Pontiac Bonneville 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 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber, 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, 1972 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Caliber has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Caliber will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 1972 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Caliber | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3210 mm |
