1992 BMW 540 vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva would be higher. At 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 BMW 540 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 1992 BMW 540. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva, 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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva. (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 540 | Achieva |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 3133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
