1991 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada. (188 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 260 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada. (353 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | BMW |
| Model | Bravada | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2968 mm |
