1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 405 kg more than 2011 BMW Z4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 BMW Z4 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | BMW |
| Model | Custom Cruiser | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4242 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2497 mm |
