1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 2007 Pontiac G5
To start off, 2007 Pontiac G5 is newer by 37 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 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (360 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2007 Pontiac G5. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2007 Pontiac G5.
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, 2007 Pontiac G5, 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 (678 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac G5. (206 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac G5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac GTO | 2007 Pontiac G5 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | GTO | G5 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7460 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106.9 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
