1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 335 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2010 BMW 335 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | BMW |
Model | Cutlass | 335 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2761 mm |