1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, 2010 BMW 123 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 123 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 123 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 123. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2010 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | BMW |
| Model | Cutlass | 123 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 51 L |
