1966 Pontiac GTO vs. 2005 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2005 Proton Saloon is newer by 39 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 284 more horse power than 2005 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 480 kg more than 2005 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Proton Saloon, 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 466 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Pontiac GTO | 2005 Proton Saloon | |
Make | Pontiac | Proton |
Model | GTO | Saloon |
Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6375 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 366 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2390 mm |