2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1966 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 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 28 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1966 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, 1966 Pontiac GTO (575 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1966 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Z4 | 1966 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | Z4 | GTO |
Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 6375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 366 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2930 mm |