1999 Pontiac GTO vs. 2006 BMW 320
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 2,398 cc, 1999 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac GTO. (144 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 321 kg more than 1999 Pontiac GTO. 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 BMW 320 (210 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac GTO. (203 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac GTO | 2006 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Pontiac | BMW |
| Model | GTO | 320 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 2171 cc |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1199 kg | 1520 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
