2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 7,011 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac GTO. (256 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (635 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Pontiac GTO. (461 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Corvette | GTO |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7011 cc | 6546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 505 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 635 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 67 L |