2006 BMW 316 vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 2006 BMW 316 is newer by 52 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, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2006 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 316 | 1954 Oldsmobile 88 | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | 316 | 88 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5320 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3110 mm |