1988 BMW M6 vs. 2003 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2003 Pontiac GTO is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M6 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 68 more horse power than 1988 BMW M6. (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 185 kg more than 1988 BMW M6. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M6 | 2003 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | M6 | GTO |
Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |