1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 2010 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2010 Ford Galaxy 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 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 217 more horse power than 2010 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 605 kg more than 2010 Ford Galaxy. 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, 2010 Ford Galaxy, 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 (678 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Galaxy. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac GTO | 2010 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Pontiac | Ford |
| Model | GTO | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7460 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| 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 | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
