your opinion? pontiac gto vs bmw m3

samosa · Tue, Apr-06-2010, 10:18:12 PM

Its a different style of car completely. Depends on what you're looking for. Drive both and see what suits your desires.

B-Dog · Tue, Apr-06-2010, 10:34:18 PM

Had to read this thread since one was trying to race me in traffic the other day.

Sorry, I don't have an un-biased opinion on the matter so good luck with whatever you chose.

AMoRT · Tue, Apr-06-2010, 11:38:25 PM

gto looks like a fat cavalier in my opinion... get the m3 without a doubt

SCMike · Wed, Apr-07-2010, 12:14:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NikolaiD

This one has always baffled me...
"HMM, how can we decrease handling and practicality at the same time... I KNOW, let's put a giant tub of slushing fluid as high in the car as possible!"
You can't fold down the seats or install a subwoofer... Really stupid...

Not really baffling at all: it was one of the major changes required by US safety regulations to convert the Ozzie Monaro into the GTO. The original Monaro design had a differently located gas tank that would not meet US crash standards. So you can thank The Nanny State for the GTO's gas tank location.

As for comparing (2005) GTO and (2006) M3 - the former sold new for about $30K+; the latter sold new for about $60K-. That might be a small clue that this entire discussion is absurd. But each car in its own way is a great hooning device. I bought a 2005 GTO (6.0) new - kept it for 3 years - enjoyed it immensely. I replaced it with a CPO'd 2006 M3 Coupe - over the past two years I have enjoyed it immensely as well. They are just effing cars, not religions. I don't think that anyone (with an open mind!) could go wrong with either choice - they are totally different experiences. Just buy the best example that you can afford.

jph28 · Wed, Apr-07-2010, 12:46:53 AM

The 5.7L GTO is definitely slower than an E46 M3, and I'd guess even the 6.0L cars aren't exactly drag-strip monsters with their IRS. Plus, the GTO is around 400lbs heavier IIRC, but will certainly be cheaper to live with on average.

Drive good examples of both and go with a car you can afford very comfortably.

Mozgov · Wed, Apr-07-2010, 12:54:13 AM

is this a serious question. Pontiac's are the $%^7iest cars. If you really want just power get an sti for 15 grand and swap in a gt35r. Its all about power and luxury. Therefore M3 FTW

adammirza · Wed, Apr-07-2010, 12:56:06 AM

M3 for sure!! lol ur on an m3 forum almost everyone will probably say m3

BimmerCREWm3 · Wed, Apr-07-2010, 01:47:04 AM

Would you rather say "i drive an m3"..or "I drive a Pontiac"...lol Go with bmw you'll be happier.

guccigucci · Wed, Apr-07-2010, 02:37:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lagunasecablue

M3... duh. Pontiac got axed for a reason.

hahaha...this is so funny...get a M3...you will not regret...`M`all the way babyyyyyyyyyyyyyy

Mike46 · Wed, Apr-07-2010, 02:41:58 AM

I just have a thing for looks reliabliblity and comfort.... also the best part her love handles!

M3 for the win

Tue, Apr-06-2010, 11:38:25 PM	#33
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jph28 Chin 3/3 @ VIR Full Join Date: Mar 2008 Age: 29 Posts: 6,269 In the garage: '12 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA '04 BMW M3 Reputation: 0 Location: Chapel Hill, NC	The 5.7L GTO is definitely slower than an E46 M3, and I'd guess even the 6.0L cars aren't exactly drag-strip monsters with their IRS. Plus, the GTO is around 400lbs heavier IIRC, but will certainly be cheaper to live with on average. Drive good examples of both and go with a car you can afford very comfortably. __________________ 2004 SilverGrey 6MT 2012 VW JSW TDI 6MT Past - '91 Saab 900TC / '98 M3 / '06 WRX / '98 ITR / '88 Saab 9000T

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Tue, Apr-06-2010, 10:34:18 PM	#32
B-Dog Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Posts: 12 Reputation: 0	Had to read this thread since one was trying to race me in traffic the other day. Sorry, I don't have an un-biased opinion on the matter so good luck with whatever you chose.

Wed, Apr-07-2010, 12:54:13 AM	#36
Mozgov Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Posts: 1,795 Reputation: 0 Location: Socal	is this a serious question. Pontiac's are the $%^7iest cars. If you really want just power get an sti for 15 grand and swap in a gt35r. Its all about power and luxury. Therefore M3 FTW

Wed, Apr-07-2010, 01:47:04 AM	#38
BimmerCREWm3 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Posts: 172 Reputation: 0	Would you rather say "i drive an m3"..or "I drive a Pontiac"...lol Go with bmw you'll be happier.

Wed, Apr-07-2010, 02:41:58 AM	#40
Mike46 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 307 Reputation: 0	I just have a thing for looks reliabliblity and comfort.... also the best part her love handles! M3 for the win