1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (130 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 948 kg more than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW X5 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | BMW |
| Model | Cutlass | X5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2837 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 85 L |
