1969 Pontiac GTO vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 36 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 237 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 165 kg more than 1969 Pontiac GTO.
Because 1969 Pontiac GTO is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (335 Nm). This means 1969 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Pontiac GTO | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | GTO | Passat |
Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6549 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 335 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 62 L |