2009 BMW 118 vs. 1988 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 21 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, 1988 Pontiac Fiero (143 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Fiero should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Pontiac Fiero (220 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm). This means 1988 Pontiac Fiero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 1988 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 118 | Fiero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2380 mm |
