1973 BMW Touring vs. 1969 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1973 BMW Touring is newer by 4 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 280 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 370 kg more than 1973 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 1969 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | Touring | GTO |
Year Released | 1973 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 6549 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 603 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 104.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2950 mm |