2008 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 1966 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 1966 Pontiac GTO (366 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 775 kg more than 1966 Pontiac GTO.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | 1966 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | R | GTO |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 6375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 366 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 2930 mm |
