1979 Peugeot 505 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 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 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 325 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 610 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 505. 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 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Peugeot 505 | 2006 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Peugeot | Pontiac |
Model | 505 | GTO |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 5969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2800 mm |