2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1968 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 40 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 80 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1968 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Tahoe | GTO |
Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 6549 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 603 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 104.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 69 L |