2012 Infiniti M vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 2 kg more than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Infiniti M | 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Infiniti | Oldsmobile |
Model | M | Bravada |
Year Released | 2012 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5600 cc | 4299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1917 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4945 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1514 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2901 mm | 2730 mm |