2003 Nissan Maxima vs. 1966 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2003 Nissan Maxima is newer by 37 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 105 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Maxima. (261 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 155 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, 2003 Nissan Maxima, 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Maxima. (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1966 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Maxima | 1966 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Maxima | GTO |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 6375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 366 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2930 mm |
