1969 Lamborghini Islero vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1970 Pontiac GTO is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lamborghini Islero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lamborghini Islero would be higher. At 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1969 Lamborghini Islero. (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1969 Lamborghini Islero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 255 kg more than 1969 Lamborghini Islero. 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lamborghini Islero. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lamborghini Islero.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lamborghini Islero | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Lamborghini | Pontiac |
Model | Islero | GTO |
Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3928 cc | 6548 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 603 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 104.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 67 L |