1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2006 BMW 645
To start off, 2006 BMW 645 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 BMW 645.
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, 2006 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2006 BMW 645 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | BMW |
Model | Ninety-Eight | 645 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2790 mm |