2004 BMW Z4 vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 2004 BMW Z4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW Z4 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 719 kg more than 2004 BMW Z4.
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, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW Z4. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 BMW Z4 | 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | Z4 | Custom Cruiser |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2950 mm |