1985 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1987 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 1987 Pontiac Fiero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,839 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz S (201 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 373 kg more than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mercedes-Benz S (316 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz S | 1987 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | S | Fiero |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3839 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
