2004 Pontiac GTO vs. 1957 Skoda 440
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 5,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 760 kg more than 1957 Skoda 440. 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, 2004 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (84 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Pontiac GTO | 1957 Skoda 440 | |
Make | Pontiac | Skoda |
Model | GTO | 440 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5669 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 84 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |