1971 BMW 2002 vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, both 1971 BMW 2002 and 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1971 BMW 2002. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 2002.
Because 1971 BMW 2002 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 BMW 2002. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 2002. (197 Nm). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 2002. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1971 BMW 2002 has manual transmission. 1971 BMW 2002 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 2002 | 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 2002 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3110 mm |
