1981 BMW 745 vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88
To start off, 1981 BMW 745 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 would be higher. At 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (375 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1981 BMW 745. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 weights approximately 273 kg more than 1981 BMW 745. 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, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (638 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 745. (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 745 | 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | 745 | Delta 88 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 6965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 638 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 104.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 101 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1869 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3130 mm |