1992 BMW 538 vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1992 BMW 538 is newer by 20 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, 1992 BMW 538 (341 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 538 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 115 kg more than 1992 BMW 538.
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, 1992 BMW 538 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 538 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 538 | 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | 538 | Vista Cruiser |
Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |