1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2010 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2010 Infiniti G37 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1972 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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Infiniti G37. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Infiniti G37. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2010 Infiniti G37 has manual transmission. 2010 Infiniti G37 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 2010 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Infiniti |
Model | Vista Cruiser | G37 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3695 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2860 mm |