2009 BMW 330 vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (159 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 330 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2260 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
