Oldsmobile Toronado
Back in the ’60s, Oldsmobile enjoyed a reputation for innovative technology, style, and luxury. They represented the cutting edge of GM at one point in time. Presenting models that were far ahead of their time and displayed power and style on the global market. One such car is the Oldsmobile Toronado from 1966 (via Driving Line).
This was a big, powerful personal luxury coupe with a twist, as it was front-wheel drive. In those days, only a few imports were front-wheel drive. All other domestic cars, regardless of the class or engine, were rear-wheel drive. However, Oldsmobile wanted to introduce something else and constructed an ingenious FWD system. Designers drew a fantastic-looking shape with a low roof and hidden headlights, while power came from a big block 455 V8 with 385 HP.