1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 43 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 (365 HP) has 157 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 45 kg more than 2013 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Pontiac GTO | 2013 Audi A5 | |
Make | Pontiac | Audi |
Model | GTO | A5 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | rear |
Engine Size | 6548 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 603 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4626 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2751 mm |