1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 6,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 550 kg more than 1973 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, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom has manual transmission. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Vista Cruiser | Phantom |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 6747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 454 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 720 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 84.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3580 mm |