2001 BMW M vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 29 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, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M 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 570 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
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, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW M has manual transmission. 2001 BMW M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | M | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3080 mm |
