1988 BMW 730 vs. 2001 Oldsmobile O4
To start off, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 (187 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 BMW 730. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 730 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2001 Oldsmobile O4.
Because 1988 BMW 730 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile O4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Oldsmobile O4. (255 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Oldsmobile O4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 730 | 2001 Oldsmobile O4 | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 730 | O4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2984 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
