2004 Pontiac GTO vs. 1963 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1963 Triumph 2000. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 490 kg more than 1963 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Pontiac GTO (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph 2000. (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac GTO | 1963 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Triumph |
| Model | GTO | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
