2001 BMW Z22 vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2001 BMW Z22 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z22 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z22 should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 200 kg more than 2001 BMW Z22.
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 Z22 (350 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (305 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Z22 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Z22 | 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Z22 | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 5736 cc |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1815 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2960 mm |
