1997 Buick Century vs. 1966 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1997 Buick Century is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Pontiac GTO (366 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1997 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Century weights approximately 120 kg more than 1966 Pontiac GTO.
Because 1966 Pontiac GTO is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1966 Pontiac GTO (575 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Century | 1966 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | Century | GTO |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 6375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 366 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2930 mm |
