2005 BMW M3 vs. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 14 kg more than 2005 BMW M3.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 BMW M3 (337 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW M3 | 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | M3 | Toronado |
Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3244 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 337 Nm | 278 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2910 mm |