1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 42 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 6,546 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac GTO. (256 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 107 kg more than 1970 Pontiac GTO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan GT-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, 2012 Nissan GT-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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Pontiac GTO. (461 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Pontiac GTO | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Pontiac | Nissan |
Model | GTO | GT-R |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6546 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 607 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 74 L |