2007 BMW 328 vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 37 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 130 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Pontiac GTO (678 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 328 | GTO |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
