2006 BMW 740 vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2006 BMW 740 is newer by 34 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, 2006 BMW 740 (302 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
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, 2006 BMW 740 (390 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 740 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 740 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 740 | 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | 740 | Vista Cruiser |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3080 mm |