2007 BMW 650 vs. 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 650 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 650 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 650 | 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | 650 | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4797 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2960 mm |