2007 Nissan Titan vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan 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 6,546 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac GTO. (256 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Titan weights approximately 686 kg more than 1970 Pontiac GTO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan 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, 2007 Nissan Titan (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Pontiac GTO. (461 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Titan | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | Titan | GTO |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 6546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 523 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 67 L |