1992 BMW 332 vs. 2003 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2003 Pontiac GTO is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 332 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1992 BMW 332. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 332. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 290 kg more than 1992 BMW 332. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332. 2003 Pontiac GTO has automatic transmission and 1992 BMW 332 has manual transmission. 1992 BMW 332 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Pontiac GTO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2003 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 332 | GTO |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3152 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
