2006 Pontiac GTO vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2006 Pontiac GTO is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 5,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Pontiac GTO (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Pontiac GTO | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
Make | Pontiac | Triumph |
Model | GTO | Mayflower |
Year Released | 2006 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5969 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |