1986 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1986 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, both 1986 Mercedes-Benz S and 1986 Pontiac Fiero were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 588 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S (422 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1986 Pontiac Fiero has manual transmission. 1986 Pontiac Fiero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz S | 1986 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | S | Fiero |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2380 mm |
