2007 BMW 330 vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | 330 | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |