1995 BMW 318 vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1995 BMW 318 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1995 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 270 kg more than 1995 BMW 318. 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 318 | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 318 | GTO |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 6548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |
