1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 38 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac GTO. (370 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Pontiac GTO. (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Pontiac GTO | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
Model | GTO | 911 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6548 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 473 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.7 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 67 L |