2001 Ferrari 456M vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 456M is newer by 28 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, 2001 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 175 kg more than 2001 Ferrari 456M.
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, 2001 Ferrari 456M (540 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (380 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2001 Ferrari 456M has manual transmission. 2001 Ferrari 456M 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:
| 2001 Ferrari 456M | 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Ferrari | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 456M | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3080 mm |
