1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (225 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | 1600 | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3230 mm |