1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 40 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 (365 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Audi A8. (350 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2010 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 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 (603 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A8. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A8. 2010 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1970 Pontiac GTO has manual transmission. 1970 Pontiac GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Pontiac GTO | 2010 Audi A8 | |
Make | Pontiac | Audi |
Model | GTO | A8 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6548 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5192 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3073 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 90 L |