1999 BMW X5 vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1999 BMW X5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW X5 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (109 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW X5 weights approximately 559 kg more than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW X5 | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | X5 | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2960 mm |