2001 BMW 320 vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2001 BMW 320 is newer by 25 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 230 kg more than 2001 BMW 320.
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, 2001 BMW 320 (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 320 | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | 320 | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2960 mm |