2005 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO

To start off, 2005 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 35 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 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (360 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (87 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 329 kg more than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1970 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 1970 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Berlingo, 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (678 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Berlingo.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Citroen Berlingo 1970 Pontiac GTO
Make Citroen Pontiac
Model Berlingo GTO
Year Released 2005 1970
Body Type Panel Van Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 7460 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 87 HP 360 HP
Engine RPM 4100 RPM 4300 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 678 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 2700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 105.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 106.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.3:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1386 kg 1715 kg
Vehicle Length 4140 mm 5160 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 67 L