2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1969 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 20 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 350 kg more than 1969 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram 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 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, 1969 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1969 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 | 1969 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Ram | GTO |
Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
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 | 345 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 603 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 69 L |