2007 BMW 320 vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. (130 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 62 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | 320 | Starfire |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1333 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |