2008 Hummer H2 vs. 1966 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2008 Hummer H2 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1966 Pontiac GTO. (366 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1966 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1503 kg more than 1966 Pontiac GTO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H2 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, 1966 Pontiac GTO (575 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hummer H2. (563 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1966 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hummer H2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H2 | 1966 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Hummer | Pontiac |
| Model | H2 | GTO |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 6375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 393 HP | 366 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2930 mm |
