2004 BMW 325 vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 340 kg more than 2004 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 325 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3230 mm |
