2006 Pontiac GTO vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2006 Pontiac GTO is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 910 kg more than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac GTO (543 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Pontiac GTO | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Pontiac | Triumph |
Model | GTO | Spitfire |
Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 73.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2110 mm |