1987 BMW 628 vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1987 BMW 628 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1987 BMW 628.
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, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 628 | 1954 Oldsmobile 88 | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | 628 | 88 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 5320 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3110 mm |