1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 2008 Proton Arena
To start off, 2008 Proton Arena 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 6,546 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 595 kg more than 2008 Proton Arena.
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, 2008 Proton Arena, 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 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac GTO | 2008 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Pontiac | Proton |
| Model | GTO | Arena |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6546 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |
