2001 BMW M vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue

To start off, both 2001 BMW M and 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 185 kg more than 2001 BMW M.

Because 2001 BMW M 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 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue, 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 M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (311 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue. 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW M has manual transmission. 2001 BMW M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 BMW M 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue
Make BMW Oldsmobile
Model M Intrigue
Year Released 2001 2001
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3169 cc 3455 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 320 HP 212 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 345 Nm 311 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1375 kg 1560 kg
Vehicle Length 4030 mm 4980 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 51 L 76 L


 

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