1998 BMW 325 vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva
To start off, both 1998 BMW 325 and 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva weights approximately 55 kg more than 1998 BMW 325.
Because 1998 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 325 | 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 325 | Achieva |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
