1976 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2010 BMW M5
To start off, 2010 BMW M5 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,444 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 295 kg more than 2010 BMW M5.
Because 2010 BMW M5 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 2010 BMW M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 2010 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2010 BMW M5 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | BMW |
Model | Toronado | M5 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7444 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2888 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 70 L |