1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 is newer by 43 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 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M6 (552 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac GTO. (360 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M6 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1970 Pontiac GTO. 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, both vehicles can yield 678 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2013 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 1970 Pontiac GTO has manual transmission. 1970 Pontiac GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac GTO | 2013 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Pontiac | BMW |
| Model | GTO | M6 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7460 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4903 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2106 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2851 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |
