2009 BMW M6 vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 would be higher. At 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. (375 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 weights approximately 589 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
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, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (638 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M6. (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M6. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | M6 | Delta 88 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 6965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 638 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1869 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3130 mm |