1993 BMW 856 vs. 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1993 BMW 856 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 856 (376 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 856 should accelerate faster than 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 250 kg more than 1993 BMW 856.
Because 1993 BMW 856 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 1993 BMW 856. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1993 BMW 856 (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado. (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 856 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado. 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1993 BMW 856 has manual transmission. 1993 BMW 856 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 856 | 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 856 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5576 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 108 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3110 mm |
