1964 Pontiac Pontiac GTO Specifications

Complete technical specifications, performance data, and detailed information

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Pontiac GTO

Model Year 1964
Engine Available
Fuel Efficient
Advanced Transmission
Safety Features

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At launch, the GTO option package added around $300 to the base price of the Tempest model it was based on, with original MSRP figures not readily available for direct comparison
Starting MSRP (when new)

About the 1964 Pontiac Pontiac GTO

Considered by many to be the first true muscle car, introduced in 1964.

Engine & Performance

Engine:
Originally offered with a 389 cu in (6.4L) V8, with options including a Tri-Power carburetion system or a single 4-barrel carburetor, producing up to 360 horsepower
Performance:
The GTO with the 389 cu in Tri-Power V8 could accelerate from 0-60 mph in approximately 6.6 seconds
Fuel Economy:
Fuel efficiency was not a primary concern during its era, and official EPA ratings are not available. However, contemporary estimates suggest low mpg figures by modern standards
Transmission:
Options included a 3-speed manual, 4-speed manual, or a 2-speed automatic transmission

Dimensions & Weight

Dimensions:
Length: 206.6 in, Width: 74.4 in, Height: 52.8 in, reflecting the typical proportions of muscle cars of its time
Weight:
Approximately 3,600 lbs, varying with engine and transmission options

Safety Features

Safety Systems:
Safety features were minimal by todays standards, including basic seat belts and optional front disc brakes in later models

Interior Features

Interior:
Featured a sporty interior with bucket seats, a floor-mounted shifter, and optional rally gauges, embodying the muscle car ethos

Exterior Design

Exterior:
Sported aggressive styling with distinctive grilles, hood scoops, and badging, along with wider tires and dual exhausts, epitomizing the muscle car aesthetic

Technology & Innovation

Technology:
Innovations were focused on performance, including the introduction of the Tri-Power carburetion system and the optional Ram Air system in later models

Trim Levels & Options

Available Trims:
The GTO was initially an option package for the Pontiac Tempest LeMans, but became a separate model line with various trim and performance options through its production years

Recognition & Legacy

Awards & Recognition:

Widely recognized as one of the first muscle cars, setting the standard for performance vehicles in the 1960s and influencing automotive culture significantly

Historical Significance:

The GTO is celebrated for igniting the muscle car era, offering unprecedented performance in an affordable package and becoming an iconic model in American automotive history

Production Information

Production Numbers: Total production numbers varied annually, with a peak in 1966 at around 96,946 units

Frequently Asked Questions About the 1964 Pontiac Pontiac GTO

What engine does the 1964 Pontiac Pontiac GTO have?

The 1964 Pontiac Pontiac GTO features Originally offered with a 389 cu in (6.4L) V8, with options including a Tri-Power carburetion system or a single 4-barrel carburetor, producing up to 360 horsepower.

What is the fuel economy of the 1964 Pontiac Pontiac GTO?

The 1964 Pontiac Pontiac GTO achieves Fuel efficiency was not a primary concern during its era, and official EPA ratings are not available. However, contemporary estimates suggest low mpg figures by modern standards.

What was the original price of the 1964 Pontiac Pontiac GTO?

The 1964 Pontiac Pontiac GTO had a starting MSRP of At launch, the GTO option package added around $300 to the base price of the Tempest model it was based on, with original MSRP figures not readily available for direct comparison when new.

What safety features does the 1964 Pontiac Pontiac GTO have?

The 1964 Pontiac Pontiac GTO includes Safety features were minimal by todays standards, including basic seat belts and optional front disc brakes in later models.