1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2012 BMW 316
To start off, 2012 BMW 316 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,269 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 316 (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 320 kg more than 2012 BMW 316.
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, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 316. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2012 BMW 316 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | BMW |
Model | Cutlass | 316 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4269 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |