1966 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1969 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1969 Pontiac GTO is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 420 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 1969 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo GT | 1969 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
Model | GT | GTO |
Year Released | 1966 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 6549 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 603 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 104.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 69 L |