1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1999 BMW Z3
To start off, 1999 BMW Z3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z3 (240 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 215 kg more than 1999 BMW Z3.
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, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW Z3. (320 Nm). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW Z3. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW Z3 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW Z3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1999 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | BMW |
| Model | Cutlass | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2450 mm |
