2002 Pontiac Solstice vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Pontiac Solstice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pontiac Solstice would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Solstice (240 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (227 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 417 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Pontiac Solstice (305 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (271 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Pontiac Solstice | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Pontiac | BMW |
Model | Solstice | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 271 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |