1999 BMW 740 vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 would be higher. At 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (375 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1999 BMW 740. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 166 kg more than 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88.
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, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (638 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 740. (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 740 | 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | 740 | Delta 88 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3899 cc | 6965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 638 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1869 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3130 mm |