2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1968 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 19 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1968 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Ram | GTO |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 6549 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 69 L |
