1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 38 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
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, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 325 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.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | BMW |
Model | Vista Cruiser | 325 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2770 mm |