2009 BMW 525 vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 365 kg more than 2009 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 525 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 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 525 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 108 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 91 L |
