1965 Ford Corsair vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (248 HP) has 182 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 820 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair. 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Corsair | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Corsair | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1663 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 248 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2850 mm |
