1991 BMW 325 vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, both 1991 BMW 325 and 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1991 BMW 325. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 325 weights approximately 234 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 1991 BMW 325 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 1991 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass, 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1991 BMW 325 | 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | 325 | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |