1990 BMW M3 vs. 1988 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Fiero would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Fiero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. (143 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Fiero weights approximately 50 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.
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, 1990 BMW M3 (240 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. 1988 Pontiac Fiero has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Pontiac Fiero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW M3 | 1988 Pontiac Fiero | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | M3 | Fiero |
Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2467 cc | 2826 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 73.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2380 mm |