1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 2011 Audi A7
To start off, 2011 Audi A7 is newer by 41 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 50 more horse power than 2011 Audi A7. (310 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A7 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2011 Audi A7 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, 2011 Audi A7 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A7. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A7. 2011 Audi A7 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. 2011 Audi A7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Pontiac GTO | 2011 Audi A7 | |
Make | Pontiac | Audi |
Model | GTO | A7 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7460 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2913 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 75 L |