2002 BMW 330 vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 32 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (370 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 85 kg more than 2002 BMW 330. 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 330. (237 Nm). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 330 | GTO |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 6548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2850 mm |
