1997 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 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 Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 440 kg more than 2012 BMW Z4.
Because 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada will offer significantly more control. 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 Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW Z4. (298 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | BMW |
| Model | Bravada | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2497 mm |
