2007 BMW 335 vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 335 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
