1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2009 BMW 116
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 BMW 116. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 615 kg more than 2009 BMW 116. 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2009 BMW 116 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | BMW |
Model | Ninety-Eight | 116 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2670 mm |