1975 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2005 Pontiac GTO is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 332 kg more than 2005 Pontiac GTO.
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, 2005 Pontiac GTO (536 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. (353 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Caprice | 2005 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Caprice | GTO |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2022 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2800 mm |
