1972 BMW Turbo vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 806 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 BMW Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1972 BMW Turbo has manual transmission. 1972 BMW Turbo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Turbo | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
