1971 BMW Touring vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (123 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 410 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | Touring | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1971 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |