2009 BMW 330 vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 39 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, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 330 | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5736 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3080 mm |
