2004 BMW X5 vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 BMW X5 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 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (360 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 BMW X5. (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2004 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 (678 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW X5. (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW X5. 2004 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1970 Pontiac GTO has manual transmission. 1970 Pontiac GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X5 | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | X5 | GTO |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 67 L |
