1995 BMW 520 vs. 2003 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2003 Pontiac GTO is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 520 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 200 more horse power than 1995 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 202 kg more than 1995 BMW 520. 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 520 | 2003 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 520 | GTO |
Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |