2004 BMW 325 vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (271 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1987 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 | 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 325 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
