1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2002 BMW X5 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (109 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | BMW |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | X5 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4619 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |
