1979 Holden GTS vs. 2006 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2006 Pontiac GTO is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden GTS would be higher. At 5,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1979 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 510 kg more than 1979 Holden GTS. 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 (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden GTS. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Holden GTS | 2006 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | GTS | GTO |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 5969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
