USA vs USA — 1966 vs 1966
| Toronado 455 | Toronado W-34 Deluxe | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 400 hp | 385 hp |
| Torque | 500 lb-ft | 450 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 7,456 cc | 6,965 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 7.5 sec | 7.5 sec |
| Top Speed | 135 mph | 130 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 15.5 sec | 15.5 sec |
| Weight | 4,600 lbs | — |
| Wheelbase | 3,048 mm | 3,048 mm |
| Length | 5,365 mm | 5,360 mm |
| Units Produced | 40,963 | — |
| Original MSRP | $4,617 | — |
| Value (Excellent) | $65,000 | $72,000 |
| Collectibility | 7/10 | 5/10 |
| Rarity | 5/10 | 5/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado 455 brings higher top speed, stronger collectibility to the table, and the 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado W-34 Deluxe answers with quicker acceleration. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
Few model names carry as much weight as the Oldsmobile Toronado. The 1966 and 1966 iterations represent different chapters in this storied nameplate's history, each reflecting the priorities and technologies of its era. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado 455 producing 400 hp and the 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado W-34 Deluxe delivering 385 hp. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Oldsmobile Toronado uses a V8 OHV (Oldsmobile 455 Rocket) displacing 7,456 cc, while the Oldsmobile Toronado relies on a V8 OHV with 6,965 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado W-34 Deluxe edges ahead at 7.5 seconds versus 7.5 seconds. From a collectibility standpoint, the 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado 455 rates higher among enthusiasts and auction houses.