2005 BMW 530 vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (227 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | 530 | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2820 mm |