1969 Pontiac GTO vs. 2012 Holden Calais
To start off, 2012 Holden Calais is newer by 43 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) has 87 more horse power than 2012 Holden Calais. (278 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2012 Holden Calais.
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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Holden Calais. (350 Nm). This means 1969 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Holden Calais.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Pontiac GTO | 2012 Holden Calais | |
| Make | Pontiac | Holden |
| Model | GTO | Calais |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6549 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 278 HP |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
