1969 Ford GT 40 vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 650 kg more than 1969 Ford GT 40.
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, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford GT 40. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1969 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1969 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford GT 40 | 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | GT 40 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2960 mm |
