1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 34 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, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (125 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 200 kg more than 2011 BMW 125.
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 (305 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (270 Nm). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | BMW |
| Model | Cutlass | 125 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| 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 | 215 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
