1984 BMW 316 vs. 1988 Pontiac Banshee
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Banshee is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 316 would be higher. At 4,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Banshee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Banshee (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1984 BMW 316. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Banshee should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Banshee weights approximately 607 kg more than 1984 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 316 | 1988 Pontiac Banshee | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 316 | Banshee |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 4042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
