2005 BMW 325 vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (106 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 235 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 325 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 103.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |
