1969 Pontiac GTO vs. 2011 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2011 Toyota Yaris is newer by 42 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 259 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 351 kg more than 2011 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Toyota Yaris, 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 @ 3900 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Pontiac GTO | 2011 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | GTO | Yaris |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6549 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1689 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 42 L |