1971 Ferrari 312 vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, both 1971 Ferrari 312 and 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 312 (464 HP @ 12600 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1971 Ferrari 312.
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. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1971 Ferrari 312 has manual transmission. 1971 Ferrari 312 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ferrari 312 | 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Ferrari | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 312 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 464 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 12600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 960 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2960 mm |
