1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 is newer by 40 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 6,546 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (256 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 BMW 528. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 528 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2010 BMW 528 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (461 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 528. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Pontiac GTO | 2010 BMW 528 | |
Make | Pontiac | BMW |
Model | GTO | 528 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6546 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2888 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |