2008 BMW 550 vs. 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car (365 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2008 BMW 550. (360 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 550.
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, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car (679 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 550 | 442 Indy Pace Car |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 7467 cc |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 365 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 679 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
