1991 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2006 Pontiac GTO is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Corvette 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 20 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Corvette. (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 410 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Corvette. (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Corvette | GTO |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
