2000 BMW 520 vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2000 BMW 520 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2000 BMW 520. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 445 kg more than 2000 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW 520 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 2000 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 520. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 520 | 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 520 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 108 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 91 L |
