1994 BMW 3 Series vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
When we compare the 1994 BMW 3 Series's and the 1994 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight's specifications and ratings, the 1994 BMW 3 Series has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The 1994 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 1994 BMW 3 Series's and the 1994 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 1994 BMW 3 Series’s base engine makes 138 horsepower, and the 1994 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight base engine makes 170 horsepower. The 3 Series is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 493 miles. The Ninety-Eight is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 450 miles. This gives the 1994 BMW 3 Series the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 1994 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 1994 BMW 3 Series has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.522554
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
BMW 3 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.686143 / 10
Reliability:
8.358429 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
BMW 3 Series Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 21Ranking
2 out of / 15Ranking
6 out of / 36Ranking
6 out of / 36Ranking
6 out of / 30Ranking
6 out of / 10Ranking
9 out of / 30Ranking
10 out of / 30Ranking
11 out of / 36Ranking
12 out of / 36Ranking
12 out of / 26Ranking
14 out of / 31Ranking
15 out of / 30Ranking
17 out of / 36Ranking
25 out of / 30Ranking
31 out of / 36Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight Rankings
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
1994 BMW 3 Series Trim Levels
Not yet available
1994 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight Trim Levels
Regency, Regency Elite, Regency Elite Supercharged, Regency Special Edition
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
138 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
129 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.048 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
170 hp @ 4800 rpm
Torque:
225 foot-lbs @ 3200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.048 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 29 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
323 / 493 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 25 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
306 / 450 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Seats
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.3 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.1 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2866 lbs
Width:
66.8 inches
Height:
54.8 inches
Length:
174.5 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3509 lbs
Width:
74.6 inches
Height:
54.8 inches
Length:
205.7 inches
Wheelbase:
110.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available