1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon 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 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (370 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2007 Seat Leon. (238 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 325 kg more than 2007 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Seat Leon, 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 (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Leon. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Pontiac GTO | 2007 Seat Leon | |
Make | Pontiac | Seat |
Model | GTO | Leon |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6548 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |