1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2010 BMW 116
To start off, 2010 BMW 116 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2010 BMW 116. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 605 kg more than 2010 BMW 116. 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 116. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 2010 BMW 116 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | BMW |
Model | Vista Cruiser | 116 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2660 mm |