1972 MG MGB vs. 2006 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2006 Pontiac GTO is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 MG MGB would be higher. At 5,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1972 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1972 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 983 kg more than 1972 MG MGB. 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, 2006 Pontiac GTO (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 MG MGB | 2006 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | MG | Pontiac |
| Model | MGB | GTO |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 5969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2800 mm |
