2001 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada. (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 61 kg more than 2013 BMW 6 series.
Because 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 6 series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | BMW |
| Model | Bravada | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
