1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 440 kg more than 2011 BMW 118. 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2011 BMW 118 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | BMW |
Model | Ninety-Eight | 118 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2660 mm |