1964 Pontiac Tempest vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1970 Volkswagen 1600 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Pontiac Tempest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Pontiac Tempest would be higher. At 3,524 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Pontiac Tempest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Pontiac Tempest (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Pontiac Tempest should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Pontiac Tempest weights approximately 340 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Pontiac Tempest | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tempest | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3524 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2340 mm |
