2006 Acura RSX vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 36 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 159 more horse power than 2006 Acura RSX. (201 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura RSX.
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, 2006 Acura RSX, 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 488 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Acura | Pontiac |
| Model | RSX | GTO |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |
