2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1968 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1968 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1968 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Silverado | GTO |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 6549 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 603 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 104.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.3 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 69 L |