1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2009 BMW 630
To start off, 2009 BMW 630 is newer by 32 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, 2009 BMW 630 (268 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (125 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 630 weights approximately 88 kg more than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 2009 BMW 630 (320 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (305 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2009 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | BMW |
| Model | Cutlass | 630 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5798 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2790 mm |
