1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 41 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 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (370 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 100 kg more than 2011 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 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 (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac GTO | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Pontiac | BMW |
| Model | GTO | 325 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6548 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 63 L |
