1966 Pontiac GTO vs. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 45 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, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1966 Pontiac GTO. (366 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 1966 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 550 kg more than 1966 Pontiac GTO. 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, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Pontiac GTO. (575 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Pontiac GTO.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Pontiac GTO | 2011 Aston Martin Rapide | |
Make | Pontiac | Aston Martin |
Model | GTO | Rapide |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6375 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 366 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2990 mm |