2007 Maybach 62 vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Maybach 62 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 62 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 62 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Maybach 62 | 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
Make | Maybach | Oldsmobile |
Model | 62 | Vista Cruiser |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 542 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 900 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2855 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 3080 mm |