2000 BMW X5 vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 2000 BMW X5 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 BMW X5. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW X5 weights approximately 242 kg more than 1955 Oldsmobile 98.
Because 2000 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW X5. (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW X5 | 1955 Oldsmobile 98 | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | X5 | 98 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1728 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3210 mm |
