2007 Audi A4 vs. 1969 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 125 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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, 1969 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1969 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | A4 | GTO |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 6549 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 69 L |
