1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 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, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1974 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, 2010 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 2010 BMW 535 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | BMW |
Model | Vista Cruiser | 535 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3066 mm |