2004 Ferrari Superamerica vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica is newer by 31 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica 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 495 kg more than 2004 Ferrari Superamerica.
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 Ferrari Superamerica (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari Superamerica | 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Ferrari | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Superamerica | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3080 mm |
