2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 1139 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. (415 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 1975 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | F-150 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 6556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 3140 mm |
