2009 BMW M3 vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1954 Oldsmobile 98. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Oldsmobile 98.
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, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1954 Oldsmobile 98 | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | M3 | 98 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 5320 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3210 mm |