1961 BMW 501 vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 501 would be higher. At 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 285 more horse power than 1961 BMW 501. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 501.
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, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado (644 Nm) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 501. (182 Nm). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 501 | 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 501 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 6967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 644 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3030 mm |
