2008 Audi A4 vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO

To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 38 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (370 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 555 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1970 Pontiac GTO is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 3900 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A4 1970 Pontiac GTO
Make Audi Pontiac
Model A4 GTO
Year Released 2008 1970
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3188 cc 6548 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 370 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 603 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 104.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 95.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1160 kg 1715 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 5160 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 67 L


 

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