2005 BMW 325 vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
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, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 1954 Oldsmobile 88 | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | 325 | 88 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5320 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3110 mm |