2009 BMW 745 vs. 2003 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2009 BMW 745 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 BMW 745. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 745 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 745. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 745. 2009 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 2003 Pontiac GTO has manual transmission. 2003 Pontiac GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 745 | 2003 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 745 | GTO |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
