1974 BMW Touring vs. 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 506 kg more than 1974 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, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | Touring | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |