2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1966 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1966 Pontiac GTO. (366 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1966 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 322 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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, 1966 Pontiac GTO (575 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1966 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | SSR | GTO |
Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 6375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 366 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2930 mm |