1999 BMW 740 vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 1999 BMW 740 (419 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (279 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 740 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4269 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2850 mm |
