1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 1944 Packard 12
To start off, 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Packard 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Packard 12 would be higher. At 7,756 cc (12 cylinders), 1944 Packard 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 Packard 12 (173 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1944 Packard 12 should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Packard 12 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1944 Packard 12 has manual transmission. 1944 Packard 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 1944 Packard 12 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Packard |
Model | Vista Cruiser | 12 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1944 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5734 cc | 7756 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3440 mm |