2009 BMW 535 vs. 2006 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 5,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2009 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 535.
Because 2009 BMW 535 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Pontiac GTO (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 535. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 535 | 2006 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 535 | GTO |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |