USA vs USA — 1966 vs 1966
| Toronado | Toronado W-34 Deluxe | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 385 hp | 385 hp |
| Torque | 470 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 |
| Wheelbase | 3,048 mm | 3,048 mm |
| Length | 5,410 mm | 5,360 mm |
| Units Produced | 40,963 | — |
| Value (Excellent) | $65,000 | $72,000 |
| Collectibility | 5/10 | 5/10 |
| Rarity | 4/10 | 5/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado brings higher top speed 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 producing 385 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 16V 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. Both trade at comparable values on the collector market, making the choice between them largely one of personal preference.