2012 BMW 650 vs. 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 650 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 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, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
2012 BMW 650 | 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | 650 | Cutlass |
Year Released | 2012 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 609 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4894 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1894 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1369 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2855 mm | 2640 mm |