2007 Audi A4 vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO

To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (360 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 285 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 1970 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (678 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.

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2007 Audi A4 1970 Pontiac GTO
Make Audi Pontiac
Model A4 GTO
Year Released 2007 1970
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 7460 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 222 HP 360 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4300 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 678 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 2700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 10.3:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 1715 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 5160 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 67 L