1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car (365 HP) has 105 more horse power than 2011 GMC Savana. (260 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Savana.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car. (679 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car | 2011 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | GMC |
| Model | 442 Indy Pace Car | Savana |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7467 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
