2009 BMW 120 vs. 2003 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 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, 2003 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120. 2003 Pontiac GTO has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 120 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Pontiac GTO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2003 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 120 | GTO |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
