1999 Pontiac GTO vs. 1975 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1999 Pontiac GTO is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 2,398 cc, 1999 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac GTO (144 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1975 Triumph TR7. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph TR7.
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, 1999 Pontiac GTO (203 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph TR7. (161 Nm). This means 1999 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac GTO | 1975 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Triumph |
| Model | GTO | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2170 mm |
