2008 Pontiac G6 vs. 1957 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G6 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G6 (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 574 kg more than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Pontiac G6 (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. 2008 Pontiac G6 has automatic transmission and 1957 Vauxhall Victor has manual transmission. 1957 Vauxhall Victor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Pontiac G6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Pontiac G6 | 1957 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Pontiac | Vauxhall |
Model | G6 | Victor |
Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 219 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2500 mm |