2009 BMW X5 vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | X5 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |
