1962 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 335 kg more than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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, 1962 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (502 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Sixty | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sixty | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 248 HP |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2850 mm |
