2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (343 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 683 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4.
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, 2006 BMW Z4 (495 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Z4 | Custom Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 343 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2950 mm |
