2005 BMW 325 vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 375 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (305 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (238 Nm). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | 325 | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 305 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.9 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1900 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 |