2009 Mazda Premacy vs. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2009 Mazda Premacy 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, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Premacy. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 605 kg more than 2009 Mazda Premacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Premacy, 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, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Premacy. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda Premacy | 1970 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
Model | Premacy | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 7460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3210 mm |