1992 BMW 740 vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1992 BMW 740 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 325 kg more than 1992 BMW 740.
Because 1992 BMW 740 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 1992 BMW 740. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 740. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 740 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 91 L |
