1975 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 37 kg more than 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 7 Series 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 2013 BMW 7 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado. (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | BMW |
| Model | Toronado | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 2152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 5074 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 80 L |
