1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 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 192 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 187 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 442 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Pontiac GTO | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
Model | GTO | Forester |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7460 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.4 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106.9 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2615 mm |