1977 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1999 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1999 Pontiac GTO is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac GTO. (144 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 386 kg more than 1999 Pontiac GTO. 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, 1977 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac GTO. (203 Nm). This means 1977 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Camaro | 1999 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Camaro | GTO |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2398 cc |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1199 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
