2009 Kia Optima vs. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2009 Kia Optima is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 6,558 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Optima (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 1974 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 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Optima, 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, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville (415 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Optima. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Optima | 1974 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Optima | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 6558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3140 mm |
