1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 42 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 315 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Because 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2012 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2012 Mini Cooper 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 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Mini |
| Model | Cutlass | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2466 mm |
