1969 Opel GT vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel GT would be higher. At 2,383 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1969 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel GT.
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, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel GT. (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Opel GT | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Opel | Pontiac |
Model | GT | Solstice |
Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1900 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 49 L |