2007 BMW 328 vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora 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. 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 328 | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
