1969 Pontiac GTO vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (138 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 150 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, 2012 Volkswagen CC, 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 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Pontiac GTO | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | GTO | CC |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6549 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 70 L |