2006 BMW 325 vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 325 | 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | 325 | Toronado |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4129 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |