1955 Oldsmobile 98 vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 112 kg more than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. 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, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Oldsmobile 98 | 2011 BMW 535 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | BMW |
Model | 98 | 535 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5320 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1728 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2969 mm |