1969 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 85 more horse power than 2012 BMW X5. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X5.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado (644 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X5. (406 Nm). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | BMW |
| Model | Toronado | X5 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6967 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 644 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2933 mm |
