2009 BMW 335 vs. 1968 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 41 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, 1968 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1968 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 335 | GTO |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 6549 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 69 L |
