1988 BMW Z1 vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1988 BMW Z1 is newer by 34 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, 1988 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1988 BMW Z1.
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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW Z1 | 1954 Oldsmobile 88 | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | Z1 | 88 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5320 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3110 mm |