1975 BMW 316 vs. 2003 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2003 Pontiac GTO is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 316 would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1975 BMW 316. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 620 kg more than 1975 BMW 316. 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, 2003 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 316. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 316 | 2003 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 316 | GTO |
Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |