1998 BMW 317 vs. 2007 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 317. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 317 would be higher. At 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1998 BMW 317. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 317.
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, 2007 Pontiac Solstice (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 317. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 317.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 317 | 2007 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 317 | Solstice |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1665 cc | 2398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |