2004 BMW 630 vs. 2003 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 BMW 630 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2004 BMW 630. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 630 weights approximately 86 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 630. 2004 BMW 630 has automatic transmission and 2003 Pontiac GTO has manual transmission. 2003 Pontiac GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 630 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 630 | 2003 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 630 | GTO |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
