2004 BMW M3 vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2004 BMW M3 is newer by 32 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, 2004 BMW M3 (317 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M3 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 170 kg more than 2004 BMW M3.
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) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW M3. (355 Nm). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M3 | 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | M3 | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 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 | 317 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3080 mm |
