1991 BMW 730 vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, both 1991 BMW 730 and 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 730 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (164 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 120 kg more than 1991 BMW 730.
Because 1991 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 1991 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette, 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 Silhouette (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 730. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 730. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1991 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 1991 BMW 730 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 BMW 730 | 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | 730 | Silhouette |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2800 mm |