2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 30 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 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (520 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish.
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, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (555 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish has manual transmission. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Vanquish | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3080 mm |
