2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1969 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 40 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 245 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1308 kg more than 1969 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 1969 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1969 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Land Rover | Pontiac |
Model | Defender | GTO |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 6549 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 603 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 104.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 69 L |