2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1969 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1969 Pontiac GTO. (365 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1969 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 735 kg more than 1969 Pontiac GTO. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (801 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Pontiac GTO. (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Pontiac GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 1969 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | S | GTO |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 6549 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 801 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 69 L |
