1972 BMW Touring vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 985 kg more than 1972 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | Touring | Custom Cruiser |
Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2950 mm |