1995 BMW M5 vs. 2006 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2006 Pontiac GTO is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M5 would be higher. At 5,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1995 BMW M5. (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 260 kg more than 1995 BMW M5. 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, 2006 Pontiac GTO (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M5 | 2006 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | M5 | GTO |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3794 cc | 5969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |