2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1985 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Fiero would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 519 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Fiero.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (460 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | 1985 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | E | Fiero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
