2009 Maybach 57 vs. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2009 Maybach 57 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 57 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 57 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. 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, 2009 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Maybach 57 | 1970 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Maybach | Pontiac |
Model | 57 | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 7460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 544 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 900 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 3210 mm |