2005 Infiniti G35 vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Infiniti G35 is newer by 32 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti G35 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35 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 395 kg more than 2005 Infiniti G35.
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, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti G35. (202 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti G35.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti G35 | 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
Make | Infiniti | Oldsmobile |
Model | G35 | Vista Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3080 mm |