2007 BMW 550 vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 4,797 cc, 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 489 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 550 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 550 | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 3791 cc |
| Horse Power | 657 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 91 L |
