2004 BMW 325 vs. 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 160 kg more than 2004 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1983 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 | 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 325 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 4127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
