2004 Pontiac GTO vs. 1963 Steyr 650T
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr 650T 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 330 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1963 Steyr 650T. 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 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac GTO | 1963 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Pontiac | Steyr |
| Model | GTO | 650T |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 5669 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 1850 mm |
