2007 BMW 118 vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 480 kg more than 2007 BMW 118. 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 118 | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | 118 | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2960 mm |