1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 2006 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2006 Pontiac GTO is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 898 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 110. 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 (543 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alpine A 110 | 2006 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Alpine | Pontiac |
Model | A 110 | GTO |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1647 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |