1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 2011 BMW 750
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 639 kg more than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 750 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 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, 2011 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (311 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue | 2011 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | BMW |
| Model | Intrigue | 750 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3457 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 82 L |
