2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1966 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram 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, 1966 Pontiac GTO (366 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 369 kg more than 1966 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram 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, 1966 Pontiac GTO (575 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1966 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1966 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Ram | GTO |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 6375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 366 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2930 mm |
