2004 BMW 325 vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 405 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 325 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 91 L |
