2005 BMW 330 vs. 1999 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 6 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac GTO. (144 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 306 kg more than 1999 Pontiac GTO. 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, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac GTO. (203 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1999 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 330 | GTO |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2398 cc |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1199 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
