2009 BMW 135 vs. 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 789 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Because 2009 BMW 135 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 2009 BMW 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135. 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 135 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 135 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 91 L |
