1999 BMW 730 vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, both 1999 BMW 730 and 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 169 kg more than 1999 BMW 730.
Because 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 730. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 730 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 730 | 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | 730 | Bravada |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2730 mm |