2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado

To start off, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado.

Because 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica 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 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica has manual transmission. 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado
Make Ferrari Oldsmobile
Model 575 Superamerica Toronado
Year Released 2005 1990
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5748 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 533 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 7250 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 589 Nm 298 Nm
Torque RPM 5250 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 8.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2750 mm


 

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