2009 BMW 335 vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,318 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. (200 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1955 Oldsmobile 88.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1955 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 335 | 88 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 5318 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3110 mm |
