1969 Pontiac GTO vs. 1986 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1986 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 105 kg more than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. 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, 1969 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Pontiac GTO | 1986 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | Pontiac | Venturi |
Model | GTO | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 1969 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6549 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |