1969 Pontiac GTO vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 38 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 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac GTO (425 HP) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Porsche 911. (321 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1969 Pontiac GTO.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Pontiac GTO | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | GTO | 911 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6548 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 64 L |
