1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2004 BMW Z4
To start off, 2004 BMW Z4 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,798 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW Z4 (168 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (125 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 195 kg more than 2004 BMW Z4.
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, 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass (306 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW Z4. (210 Nm). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2004 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | BMW |
| Model | Cutlass | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5798 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
