2001 BMW X5 vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW X5. (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X5 | 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | X5 | Toronado |
Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 104.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 108 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 91 L |