1968 Pontiac GTO vs. 2010 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 407 is newer by 42 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 204 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 407. (161 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 407.
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, 2010 Peugeot 407, 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 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 407. (220 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Pontiac GTO | 2010 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Peugeot |
| Model | GTO | 407 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6549 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 67 L |
