2009 BMW 650 vs. 2003 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 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, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac GTO. (350 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 350 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 650. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 650.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 2003 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 650 | GTO |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4797 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |