1997 BMW Mini ACV 30 vs. 1997 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, both 1997 BMW Mini ACV 30 and 1997 Oldsmobile SS were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1997 BMW Mini ACV 30. (140 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW Mini ACV 30.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1997 Oldsmobile SS (318 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW Mini ACV 30. (260 Nm). This means 1997 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW Mini ACV 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW Mini ACV 30 | 1997 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Mini ACV 30 | SS |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
