2009 BMW 550 vs. 1985 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 24 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 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 396 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 1985 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 550 | Fiero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2827 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 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 | 1662 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2380 mm |
