1999 BMW 320 vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1999 BMW 320 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 BMW 320. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1999 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 320. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 320 | 1954 Oldsmobile 88 | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | 320 | 88 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 5320 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3110 mm |