1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 1967 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1970 Pontiac GTO is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Steyr 650T 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 (365 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1967 Steyr 650T. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 562 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 650T. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Pontiac GTO | 1967 Steyr 650T | |
Make | Pontiac | Steyr |
Model | GTO | 650T |
Year Released | 1970 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 6548 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 1850 mm |