1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 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 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 484 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (678 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac GTO | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | GTO | Golf |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7460 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |
