1961 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2004 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1961 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1961 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 670 kg more than 2004 Pontiac GTO.
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, 1961 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac GTO. (495 Nm). This means 1961 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chrysler Imperial | 2004 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | Imperial | GTO |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5669 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2720 mm |
