1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (370 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 530 kg more than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R 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 @ 3900 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac GTO | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Pontiac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GTO | R |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6548 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |
