1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 34 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, both vehicles can yield 256 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
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 (461 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 75. (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac GTO | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Rover |
| Model | GTO | 75 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6546 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
