2006 Pontiac GTO vs. 1969 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2006 Pontiac GTO is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Steyr Haflinger 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 373 more horse power than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Steyr Haflinger 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, 2006 Pontiac GTO (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac GTO | 1969 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Pontiac | Steyr |
| Model | GTO | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 5969 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 1510 mm |
