2000 BMW 750 vs. 1971 Oldsmobile 442
To start off, 2000 BMW 750 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile 442. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile 442 would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile 442 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 750 (387 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. (260 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile 442 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2000 BMW 750.
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, 2000 BMW 750 (759 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. (502 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Oldsmobile 442.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 750 | 1971 Oldsmobile 442 | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | 750 | 442 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5646 cc | 7467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 387 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 502 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2850 mm |