2009 BMW 650 vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
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, 2009 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | 650 | Cutlass |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2960 mm |