2008 Honda Element vs. 1969 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 39 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 199 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 556 kg more than 1969 Pontiac GTO.
Because 1969 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 1969 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element, 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, 1969 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 1969 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Element | GTO |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 6549 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 69 L |
