2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 534 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 2009 Ford E-350 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 2009 Ford E-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville, 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 1987 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | E-350 | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 68 L |