1999 BMW 318 vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, both 1999 BMW 318 and 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 318 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 1999 BMW 318 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 1999 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 318. 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 318 | 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 318 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
