1994 BMW 730 vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight

To start off, 1994 BMW 730 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 730 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 255 kg more than 1994 BMW 730.

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, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 730. (310 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 730.

Compare all specifications:

1994 BMW 730 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
Make BMW Oldsmobile
Model 730 Ninety-Eight
Year Released 1994 1972
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2997 cc 5736 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 215 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1680 kg 1935 kg
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 5900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 3230 mm


 

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