1966 Pontiac GTO vs. 2012 Hyundai Grandeur
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Grandeur is newer by 46 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 213 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Grandeur. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Grandeur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Grandeur weights approximately 437 kg more than 1966 Pontiac GTO.
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, 2012 Hyundai Grandeur, 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Grandeur. (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1966 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Grandeur.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Pontiac GTO | 2012 Hyundai Grandeur | |
Make | Pontiac | Hyundai |
Model | GTO | Grandeur |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6375 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 366 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2790 mm |