1999 Pontiac GTO vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 13 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, 1999 Pontiac GTO (144 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 296 kg more than 1999 Pontiac GTO.
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, 1999 Pontiac GTO (203 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (190 Nm). This means 1999 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac GTO | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Pontiac | BMW |
| Model | GTO | 118 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1199 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |
