2008 BMW X3 vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 18 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X3 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 2008 BMW X3. 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | X3 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
