2006 Pontiac GTO vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2006 Pontiac GTO is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 5,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z3. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 640 kg more than 2002 BMW Z3. 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, 2006 Pontiac GTO (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Pontiac GTO | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Pontiac | BMW |
Model | GTO | Z3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5969 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |