2011 BMW X5 vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 BMW X5 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW X5 | 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | X5 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 555 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4851 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1994 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1763 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2740 mm |
