1990 BMW 316 vs. 1968 Pontiac GTO

To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316.

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, 1968 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.

Compare all specifications:

1990 BMW 316 1968 Pontiac GTO
Make BMW Pontiac
Model 316 GTO
Year Released 1990 1968
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 6549 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 100 HP 365 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 141 Nm 603 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 3900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 69 L


 

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