2006 BMW 550 vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2006 BMW 550 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 550 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 550 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 2006 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass, 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, 2006 BMW 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 550 | 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 550 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |
