1973 BMW Touring vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight

To start off, 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 725 kg more than 1973 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, 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.

Compare all specifications:

1973 BMW Touring 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
Make BMW Oldsmobile
Model Touring Ninety-Eight
Year Released 1973 1981
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1573 cc 4129 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 85 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 130 Nm 278 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1030 kg 1755 kg
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 5610 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 3030 mm


 

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