2001 BMW L7 vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 2001 BMW L7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser would be higher. At 5,400 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 BMW L7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW L7 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW L7 should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 465 kg more than 2001 BMW L7.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 BMW L7 (350 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (346 Nm). This means 2001 BMW L7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW L7 | 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | L7 | Custom Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2015 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |
