2006 Citroen C8 vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2006 Citroen C8 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 254 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 28 kg more than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
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 Citroen C8, 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 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C8. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C8 | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | C8 | GTO |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
