2005 BMW 535 vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 2005 BMW 535 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 535 (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1954 Oldsmobile 98. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1954 Oldsmobile 98. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 BMW 535.
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 98 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 535. (330 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 535 | 1954 Oldsmobile 98 | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | 535 | 98 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3428 cc | 5320 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |