1978 BMW 725 vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser

To start off, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 725 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1978 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 725.

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, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 725.

Compare all specifications:

1978 BMW 725 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
Make BMW Oldsmobile
Model 725 Custom Cruiser
Year Released 1978 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2495 cc 5733 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 215 Nm 406 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 5530 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2950 mm


 

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