2004 BMW M3 vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 2004 BMW M3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 466 kg more than 2004 BMW M3.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW M3 (350 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (346 Nm). This means 2004 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M3 | 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | M3 | Custom Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
