1969 Pontiac GTO vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2001 BMW Z3 is newer by 32 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 180 more horse power than 2001 BMW Z3. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 45 kg more than 2001 BMW Z3. 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, 1969 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z3. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Pontiac GTO | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Pontiac | BMW |
Model | GTO | Z3 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6549 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 51 L |