2008 BMW 525 vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 334 kg more than 2008 BMW 525.
Because 2008 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 525 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
