1999 BMW M5 vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1999 BMW M5 is newer by 29 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, 1999 BMW M5 (401 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac GTO. (370 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 105 kg more than 1999 BMW M5.
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) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW M5. (499 Nm). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW M5 | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | M5 | GTO |
Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4900 cc | 6548 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 499 Nm | 603 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |