1999 BMW 540 vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1999 BMW 540 is newer by 24 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, 1999 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 344 kg more than 1999 BMW 540.
Because 1999 BMW 540 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 1999 BMW 540. 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) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 540. (439 Nm). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 540. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 540 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 540 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 540 | 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 540 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1771 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3110 mm |
