1975 BMW 520 vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 1975 BMW 520 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1975 BMW 520. (123 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1975 BMW 520. 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, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 520. (172 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 520 | 1954 Oldsmobile 98 | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | 520 | 98 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5320 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3210 mm |