2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1969 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 350 kg more than 1969 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 1969 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1969 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Silverado | GTO |
Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 6549 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 603 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 104.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 69 L |