2007 BMW X5 vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | X5 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 108 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 91 L |
