1965 Jaguar MK X 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 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 280 kg more than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jaguar MK X. (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jaguar MK X | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Jaguar | Oldsmobile |
| Model | MK X | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2960 mm |
