1969 Pontiac GTO vs. 2001 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2001 Toyota Supra is newer by 32 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, 2001 Toyota Supra (470 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1969 Pontiac GTO. (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1969 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Supra weights approximately 281 kg more than 1969 Pontiac GTO. 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) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Supra. (88 Nm). This means 1969 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Pontiac GTO | 2001 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | GTO | Supra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6549 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1681 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 48 L |
