2008 BMW X5 vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 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 X5 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 291 kg more than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-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, 2008 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | X5 | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5736 cc |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2191 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |