2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac GTO. (365 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 35 kg more than 1970 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Corvette | GTO |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 6548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |
