1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac GTO. (370 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 455 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 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Pontiac GTO. (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Pontiac GTO. 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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. 2012 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Pontiac GTO | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
Model | GTO | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6548 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
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 | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1939 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2896 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 100 L |