Pontiac GTO vs. BMW M3
When we compare the Pontiac GTO to the BMW M3, the Pontiac GTO has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars and base engine power. The BMW M3 has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Pontiac GTO versus the BMW M3, the Pontiac GTO is a better car than the BMW M3.
Pontiac GTO vs. BMW M3 Pricing
A used 2006 Pontiac GTO ranges from $13,138 to $33,393 while a used 2006 BMW M3 is priced between $17,995 to $60,819.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Pontiac GTO’s base engine makes 400 horsepower, and the BMW M3 base engine makes 333 horsepower. The GTO is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 342 miles. The M3 is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 352 miles. Both models use gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$13,138 - $33,393
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$17,995 - $60,819
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pontiac GTO Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
BMW M3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Pontiac GTO Rankings
Not yet available
BMW M3 Rankings
Summary Review
Not yet available
Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Pontiac GTO Trim Levels
Base
BMW M3 Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
400 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
400 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.107 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
333 hp @ 7900 rpm
Torque:
262 foot-lbs @ 4900 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.098 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 19 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
252 / 342 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 22 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
224 / 352 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51.7 inches
Cargo Space:
7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
91.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.7 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3725 lbs
Width:
72.5 inches
Height:
54.9 inches
Length:
189.8 inches
Wheelbase:
109.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3415 lbs
Width:
70.1 inches
Height:
54 inches
Length:
176.9 inches
Wheelbase:
107.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted alloy
Tire Size:
P245/45ZR17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
