1974 Avanti Avanti vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1974 Avanti Avanti is newer by 4 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 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (256 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1974 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1974 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 50 kg more than 1974 Avanti Avanti. 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 (461 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Avanti Avanti. (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Avanti Avanti | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Avanti | Pontiac |
| Model | Avanti | GTO |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 6569 cc | 6546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2850 mm |
