2003 BMW 325 vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,269 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 335 kg more than 2003 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 325 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4269 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
