2006 Pontiac GTO vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2006 Pontiac GTO is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen 1600 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) has 347 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 1007 kg more than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. 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 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Pontiac GTO | 1967 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | GTO | 1600 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5969 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 542 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |