1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 2006 Opel Signum
To start off, 2006 Opel Signum is newer by 36 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 81 more horse power than 2006 Opel Signum. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 40 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, 2006 Opel Signum, 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Signum. (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac GTO | 2006 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Pontiac | Opel |
| Model | GTO | Signum |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| 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 | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| 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 | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |
