2005 Ford GT vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Ford GT 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 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT 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 361 kg more than 2005 Ford GT.
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, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (381 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford GT | 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | GT | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3080 mm |
