1983 BMW 525 vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1983 BMW 525 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 525 (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 495 kg more than 1983 BMW 525.
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, 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 525 | 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | 525 | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2693 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |