2007 BMW 328 vs. 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 328 | 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | 328 | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |