1990 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2001 BMW Z8
To start off, 2001 BMW Z8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z8 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW Z8 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 2001 BMW Z8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2001 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW Z8 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW Z8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2001 BMW Z8 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | BMW |
| Model | Toronado | Z8 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
