1970 Buick GS vs. 2003 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2003 Pontiac GTO is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1970 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 60 kg more than 1970 Buick GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick GS. 2003 Pontiac GTO has automatic transmission and 1970 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1970 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Pontiac GTO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick GS | 2003 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | GS | GTO |
Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |