1966 Pontiac GTO vs. 2001 Volvo C70
To start off, 2001 Volvo C70 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Pontiac GTO (366 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2001 Volvo C70. (161 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo C70.
Because 1966 Pontiac GTO 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 1966 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volvo C70, 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, 1966 Pontiac GTO (575 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo C70. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1966 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Pontiac GTO | 2001 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | GTO | C70 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6375 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 366 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2670 mm |
