2004 BMW 325 vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (305 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1977 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 | 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 325 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
