1976 Pontiac Trans Am vs. 1968 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1976 Pontiac Trans Am is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1968 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Pontiac Trans Am. (434 Nm). This means 1968 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Pontiac Trans Am.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Pontiac Trans Am | 1968 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
Model | Trans Am | GTO |
Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6556 cc | 6549 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 365 HP |
Torque | 434 Nm | 603 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 104.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |