2005 BMW 330 vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 33 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, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 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 365 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (381 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 330 | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3080 mm |
