1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2011 Infiniti G37

To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 is newer by 39 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, 2011 Infiniti G37 (348 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 259 kg more than 2011 Infiniti G37.

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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti G37. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti G37.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser 2011 Infiniti G37
Make Oldsmobile Infiniti
Model Vista Cruiser G37
Year Released 1972 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5736 cc 3700 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 160 HP 348 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 7400 RPM
Torque 381 Nm 374 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 7-speed shiftable automatic
Vehicle Weight 1945 kg 1686 kg


 

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