2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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 31 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 299 kg more than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1972 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1972 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Sprinter | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6950 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 3210 mm |