2005 BMW 730 vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 2005 BMW 730 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue would be higher. At 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 730 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 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue, 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, 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue (311 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 730 | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |
