1994 BMW M5 vs. 2003 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2003 Pontiac GTO is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 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 15 more horse power than 1994 BMW M5. (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 96 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M5. 2003 Pontiac GTO has automatic transmission and 1994 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1994 BMW M5 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:
1994 BMW M5 | 2003 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | M5 | GTO |
Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3793 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |