1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 1964 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1970 Pontiac GTO is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (370 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1964 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1964 Steyr 700C. 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 563 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac GTO | 1964 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Pontiac | Steyr |
| Model | GTO | 700C |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 6548 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 1950 mm |
