1990 BMW 518 vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 518 would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1990 BMW 518. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 518 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2009 Pontiac Solstice.
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, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 518 | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 518 | Solstice |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 49 L |