2009 BMW 316 vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2009 BMW 316 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 435 kg more than 2009 BMW 316. 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, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 316. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 316 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 316 | 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 316 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3030 mm |
