1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 2002 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2002 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,546 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (256 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Cayenne. (237 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 530 kg more than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2002 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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 (461 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac GTO | 2002 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | GTO | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6546 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 92 L |
