2010 BMW 120 vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (177 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 139 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 120 | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 120 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |
