1966 Pontiac GTO vs. 2009 Proton Arena
To start off, 2009 Proton Arena is newer by 43 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 280 more horse power than 2009 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2009 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 365 kg more than 2009 Proton Arena. 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, 2009 Proton Arena, 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 451 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Pontiac GTO | 2009 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Pontiac | Proton |
| Model | GTO | Arena |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6375 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 366 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2610 mm |
