2004 BMW 325 vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 34 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 181 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 325 | GTO |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 6548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 104.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |
