2007 BMW 550 vs. 1968 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1968 Pontiac GTO. (365 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1968 Pontiac GTO.
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, 1968 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 1968 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 550 | GTO |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4797 cc | 6549 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 657 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 603 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 69 L |