2008 BMW 328 vs. 1997 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile SS would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile SS. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile SS.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Oldsmobile SS (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328. 1997 Oldsmobile SS has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Oldsmobile SS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 1997 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 328 | SS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
