1990 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 23 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series 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 2013 BMW 1 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 1 Series. 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 1 Series. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 1 Series. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW 1 Series has manual transmission. 2013 BMW 1 Series 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 | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | BMW |
| Model | Toronado | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.7 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
