1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 BMW 525.
Because 2009 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 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, 2009 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2009 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | BMW |
| Model | Silhouette | 525 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2890 mm |
