1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (317 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (248 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 200 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (545 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Challenger | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 545 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2850 mm |
