1971 Monteverdi Sierra vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Monteverdi Sierra would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Monteverdi Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Monteverdi Sierra (160 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Monteverdi Sierra should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 4 kg more than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra.
Because 1971 Monteverdi Sierra 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 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass, 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, 1971 Monteverdi Sierra (388 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Monteverdi Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Monteverdi Sierra | 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sierra | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 76 L |
