1998 BMW 330 vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1998 BMW 330 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 500 kg more than 1998 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 BMW 330 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 1998 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 330. (400 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 330 | 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | 330 | Toronado |
Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 104.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 108 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 91 L |