1971 BMW Touring vs. 1988 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Fiero is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Fiero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Fiero (143 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Fiero should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Fiero weights approximately 220 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Pontiac Fiero (220 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 1988 Pontiac Fiero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1988 Pontiac Fiero | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | Touring | Fiero |
Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2826 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 73.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |