2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette 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 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac GTO. (256 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 552 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Pontiac GTO. (461 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Corvette | GTO |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6996 cc | 6546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 644 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 104.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |