1968 Pontiac GTO vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2011 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 335.
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, 1968 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 335. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Pontiac GTO | 2011 BMW 335 | |
Make | Pontiac | BMW |
Model | GTO | 335 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6549 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 61 L |