1968 Pontiac GTO vs. 1973 Renault 12
To start off, 1973 Renault 12 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1973 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 12.
Because 1968 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 1968 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Renault 12, 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, 1968 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Pontiac GTO | 1973 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | GTO | 12 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6549 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2450 mm |
