2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 337 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 230 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | Alpina | Toronado |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 163 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |