2009 BMW 550 vs. 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 102 kg more than 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 550 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (312 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 550 | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3457 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
