2007 Maserati GT vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT 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 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac GTO. (365 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 125 kg more than 2007 Maserati GT.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (603 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Maserati GT. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Maserati GT. 2007 Maserati GT has automatic transmission and 1970 Pontiac GTO has manual transmission. 1970 Pontiac GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maserati GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maserati GT | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Maserati | Pontiac |
| Model | GT | GTO |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 6548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |
