2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS is newer by 35 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, 2007 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
Because 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac DTS | 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | DTS | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3080 mm |
