2007 BMW 120 vs. 1966 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Pontiac GTO (366 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 BMW 120. 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, 1966 Pontiac GTO (575 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 120 | 1966 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 120 | GTO |
Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 366 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2930 mm |