1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 35 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 82 more horse power than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 105 kg more than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
Because 1970 Pontiac GTO is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saab 05-Sep, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac GTO | 2005 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Pontiac | Saab |
| Model | GTO | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6546 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 75 L |
