2009 BMW X5 vs. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | X5 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2830 mm |
