2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram 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 30 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1036 kg more than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Pontiac GTO (678 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Ram | GTO |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 67 L |
