1966 Pontiac GTO vs. 2008 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2008 Tata Indigo is newer by 42 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 254 kg more than 2008 Tata Indigo.
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, 2008 Tata Indigo, 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 455 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Pontiac GTO | 2008 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Pontiac | Tata |
| Model | GTO | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 6375 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 366 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2460 mm |
