1992 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2006 BMW 645
To start off, 2006 BMW 645 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 645 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 2006 BMW 645. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2006 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2006 BMW 645 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | BMW |
| Model | Toronado | 645 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2790 mm |
