2001 BMW 750 vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2001 BMW 750 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 5,400 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 750 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW 750 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 2001 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight, 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, 2001 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (352 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 750 | 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 750 | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2820 mm |
