1997 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2012 BMW 528
To start off, 2012 BMW 528 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 528 (240 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 100 kg more than 2012 BMW 528.
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, 2012 BMW 528 (352 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. 2012 BMW 528 has automatic transmission and 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada has manual transmission. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 528 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2012 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | BMW |
| Model | Bravada | 528 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2968 mm |
