1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2006 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2006 TVR Tuscan is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR Tuscan (355 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 380 kg more than 2006 TVR Tuscan.
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, 2006 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2006 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 2006 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2006 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | TVR |
| Model | Cutlass | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2370 mm |
