1969 Pontiac GTO vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 is newer by 24 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 93 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 911. (272 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1969 Pontiac GTO.
Because 1993 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 911. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Pontiac GTO | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
Model | GTO | 911 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6549 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 73 L |