2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 385 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
Because 2008 BMW Z4 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 2008 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette, 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, 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | BMW |
| Model | Silhouette | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2500 mm |
