1973 BMW Touring vs. 1998 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile SS is newer by 25 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Oldsmobile SS (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 1998 Oldsmobile SS | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | Touring | SS |
Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |